Keukenhof flower park and the tulip fields are about 60 kilometres from Rotterdam. Unfortunately, there are no special tour buses from Rotterdam to Keukenhof this tulip season. Still, it is easy to travel to the tulips from Rotterdam. Below, we have listed several transport options for you to travel from Rotterdam to the Bollenstreek during the tulip season (23 March to 14 May 2023).
From Rotterdam to Keukenhof and the Dutch tulip fields
Are you in Rotterdam between 23 March and 14 May 2023 and want to visit Holland’s tulip fields and the famous Keukenhof flower garden? Then plan your trip from Rotterdam to the Bollenstreek (Holland’s flower region).
- Enjoy millions of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths
- Visit Keukenhof flower park
- Enjoy the flowering tulip fields
- Less than an hour from Rotterdam
by car from Rotterdam to Keukenhof
The easiest way to travel to Keukenhof from Rotterdam is by car. The distance between the city and the tulip fields is only 60 kilometres. In just 50 minutes you’ll be among the blooming flowers. Near Keukenhof flower park is a large car park where you can park all day for € 6.00 (reserve your parking pass with your Keukenhof tickets). Want to visit the tulip fields? Rent a bike at Keukenhof or book one of the fun sightseeing tours along the tulip fields.
Note: Keukenhof works with day tickets with an arrival time. Book your entrance ticket + parking ticket online to ensure you can visit the flower park. Book your visit here
| Ticket type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (18+) | € 19,50 | Buy Ticket |
| Kids (4-17) | € 9,00 | Buy Ticket |
| Kids (0-3) | Free | |
| Parking ticket | € 6,00 | Buy Ticket |
| Keukenhof Bike Rental | € 11,00 | Buy Ticket |
| Combi ticket Keukenhof + Bus | € 31,00 | Buy Ticket |
by public transport from Rotterdam to Keukenhof
Another way to travel to the tulip fields from Rotterdam is by public transport. The fastest and cheapest route is to travel by train from Rotterdam to Leiden Central Station. From Leiden Central Station, take the special Keukenhof bus line 854 (Leiden) that goes directly to the flower park. The total journey by public transport takes about 60 minutes.
Note: For the Keukenhof bus line 854 from Leiden, book a special combi ticket for the bus + entrance to Keukenhof. Book your bus + Keukenhof ticket here
| Public transport tickets | Price (12+) | Price (4-11) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train from Rotterdam – Leiden | € 17.40 | € 2.50 | At the station |
| Keukenhof bus 854 (Leiden – Keukenhof) + Keukenhof ticket | € 31.00 | € 17.50 | Book now |
Check 9292.nl for up-to-date travel times.
By taxi from Rotterdam to Keukenhof
A more expensive option is to take a taxi from Rotterdam to Keukenhof. There are several taxi services available in Rotterdam. A taxi ride from Rotterdam to the tulip fields will cost around €100.00 for a one-way trip. Always ask the taxi service or taxi driver in advance what the price will be and make a fixed price agreement. For the return trip to Rotterdam, you can get a taxi in front of the main entrance of Keukenhof or use a taxi service such as Uber.
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 2023.
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.
- Breathe in the healthy sea air and enjoy the beach & dunes in the Netherlands
- Enjoy the colorful flower fields in the Netherlands and Keukenhof Flower Park
- Discover the real Netherlands in the polders & lakes area of the Netherlands
- A day out to a city? You will find no fewer than eight historic Dutch cities around the Bollenstreek
- A day out? Read our Tips for a Day Out?
- Take a look at one of the many museums in and around the Bollenstreek
- Fancy an active day? Enjoy one of the cycling routes and walking routes.
