What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer is to bus which costs €23 - €50 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Lauwersmeer?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Lauwersmeer. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Lauwersoog, Veerhaven via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer?

The distance between Rotterdam and Lauwersmeer is 281 km. The road distance is 252.7 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs €40 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer bus from?

Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer.

Where can I stay near Lauwersmeer?

There are 733+ hotels available in Lauwersmeer.

Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gouda to LeeuwardenIntercity
2. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Lauwersoog, Veerhaven355
4h 47m
€43–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central station075 / ...
3. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Lauwersoog, Veerhaven163
6h 25m
€23–46
Train, bus via Alkmaar
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Sloterdijk
2. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Station to Leeuwarden, Busstation350
3. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Lauwersoog, Veerhaven355
5h 43m
€48–72
Drive 252.7 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer National Park252.7 km
2h 56m
€45–65

Rotterdam to Lauwersmeer by train and bus

115Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.8 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Lauwersmeer, Netherlands?

You can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Lauwersoog, Veerhaven via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Groningen central station, and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 6h 25m.

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