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Keukenhof bus 854 from Leiden Centraal (public transport, Qbuzz)

 

Keukenhof bus 854 is a Qbuzz public transport bus (KeukenhofBuzz). During the tulip season it runs directly from Leiden Centraal station to the main entrance of Keukenhof, with no stops in between. Paying is easy: you check in and out with your bank card, credit card or phone (OVpay). A seat is not guaranteed.

Bus 854 at a glance

  • Departure: Leiden Centraal station
  • Destination: Keukenhof, main entrance (Lisse)
  • Stops in between: none, the bus runs directly
  • Frequency and travel time (2026): up to 6 times an hour, travel time about 30 minutes
  • Season: in 2027 Keukenhof is open from 18 March to 9 May; the 2027 timetable will follow in mid-January
  • Type of transport: public transport (Qbuzz), no guaranteed seat
  • Tickets: no separate bus ticket needed, just check in and out with OVpay. You do need to buy your Keukenhof ticket in advance yourself.

Want a guaranteed seat? Take the Tulip Festival Shuttle

The Tulip Festival Shuttle is not public transport but a shuttle in a luxury coach: guaranteed seat, Keukenhof ticket included and a flexible return time. It departs directly from Schiphol. From Leiden Centraal the train takes about 20 minutes to Schiphol.

From Leiden to Keukenhof by bus 854

During the Keukenhof opening period, the special Express bus 854 will be leaving from the centre of Leiden. This bus will take you from Leiden to the flower park without any stops. There are special combi-tickets available for bus 854 that save you money and time. The combi-ticket includes an entrance ticket to Keukenhof.

  • Direct bus connection from Leiden to Keukenhof
  • In less than 30 minutes from Leiden to Keukenhof and the tulip fields
  • Keukenhof combi-ticket saves you time and money and can be shown on your mobile phone
  • No fixed time for return trip. So you can stay as long as you want at Keukenhof

Keukenhof Bus 854 prices and tickets

There are special combi-tickets available where you buy a return bus ticket (there and back) and a ticket for Keukenhof. Besides the price advantage you do not have to choose an arrival time at Keukenhof.

Combi-ticket Keukenhof + dag ticket bus 854Price
Adults (18+)€ 33.50Buy tickets
Children (4-17)€ 16.50Buy tickets
Children (0-3)Free

Timetable Keukenhof Express bus 854

Bus line 854 departs four times an hour from Leiden Central Station. This means you never have to wait long for the bus. Bus 854 runs every day during the Keukenhof season. Reserve a time slot for Keukenhof and use your day ticket to decide which bus to take. You do not need to choose a time slot for the outward and return journey, so you can travel whenever you want.

Departure location: Leiden Central Station

The Keukenhof bus from Leiden leaves in front of the train station Leiden Central.

Keukenhof bus 854 is easily found on the bus square in front of Leiden Central Station. The bus stop is on the right hand side in front of the station building.

Travel advice Leiden Central Station

From many places in the Netherlands you can take the train to Leiden Central Station. Check 9292.nl for up-to-date travel times and prices.

Please note! The train ticket is NOT included in the combi-ticket and you have to buy a separate ticket for the train.

All buses to Keukenhof and tulip fields

Buses to Keukenhof and the tulip fields run from several cities. Below is a handy overview of all bus connections for the tulip season in 2027.

Where to stay nearby

Want to combine your visit to Keukenhof with an overnight stay? See hotels in Leiden near the bus departure point, or hotels in Lisse and the Bollenstreek close to Keukenhof.

Last checked: 13 October 2026

Tips Bollenstreek

Come and enjoy between beach and city and discover Holland from the most beautiful holiday region of the Netherlands. View our tips below.

 
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