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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Vlieland is to bus and ferry which costs €35 - €75 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Vlieland is to train and ferry which takes 6h 3m and costs €50 - €75.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Vlieland?

The distance between Rotterdam and Vlieland is 298 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Vlieland without a car is to train and ferry which takes 6h 3m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Rotterdam to Vlieland, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Vlieland?

There are 128+ hotels available in Vlieland.

Rotterdam to Vlieland - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Rotterdam to Vlieland by train, ferry, or bus

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

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leeuwardentrain Intercity
2. Take the ferry from Harlingen to Vlielandferry Hv / ...
6h 3m
€52–72
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Heerenveenbus 075
3. Take the bus from Heerenveen, Busstation to Harlingen, Havenpleinbus 99
4. Take the ferry from Harlingen to Vlielandferry Hv
9h 5m
€39–73

Rotterdam to Vlieland by train and ferry

21Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rotterdam to Vlieland.

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Distance: 298.4 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Vlieland, Friesland, Netherlands?

There is no direct connection from Rotterdam to Vlieland. However, you can take the train to Leeuwarden, take the train to Harlingen Haven, walk to Harlingen, then take the ferry to Vlieland. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Vlieland via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Heerenveen, Busstation, Harlingen, Havenplein, and Harlingen in around 9h 5m.

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