Keukenhof Express Bus

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Keukenhof flower park and the tulip fields are about 60 kilometres from Rotterdam. From 11 April to 11 May 2025, the Keukenhof Shuttle Bus runs twice daily between RotterdamThe Hague, and the stunning Keukenhof Flower Park. Check the departure times for each location below. You can choose which return bus to take back to Rotterdam and The Hague. Shuttle buses depart from Keukenhof at 2:30 PM and 6:45 PM.

From Rotterdam to Keukenhof and the Dutch tulip fields

Are you in Rotterdam between 11 April and 11 May 2025 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).

  • Easy and comfortable transportation from Rotterdam and The Hague to Keukenhof Flower Park.
  • Includes skip-the-line access to Keukenhof Gardens.
  • Flexible return times so you can enjoy the beautiful tulip fields at your own pace.
  • Guaranteed seat on the bus

Shuttle + Keukenhof Ticket
Departing from Rotterdam & The Hague
Price from
Rotterdam Cruise Terminal
– Departure at 8.30 AM and 12.00 PM
– Including Keukenhof ticket
– Travel time about 60 minutes
– Return trip from Keukenhof at 2.30 PM or 6.45 PM
€ 44.50Book now
Rotterdam Central Station
– Departure at 9.00 AM and 12.30 PM
– Including Keukenhof ticket
– Travel time about 45 minutes
– Return trip from Keukenhof at 2.30 PM or 6.45 PM
€ 44.50Book now
The Hague Central Station
– Departure at 9.40 AM and 13.10 PM
– Including Keukenhof ticket
– Travel time about 30 minutes
– Return trip from Keukenhof at 2.30 PM or 6.45 PM
€ 44.50Book now

Availability and booking

The Keukenhof shuttle from Rotterdam and The Hague must be booked in advance. There is a limited number of places per shuttle bus. Check availability and current prices below and book your tour easily.

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 € 10.00 (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

Keukenhof ticketPrice
Adult (18+)€ 20,50Buy Ticket
Kids (4-17)€ 9,00Buy Ticket
Kids (0-3)Free
Parking ticketfrom € 9,00Buy Ticket
Keukenhof Bike Rental€ 11,00Buy Ticket
Combi ticket Keukenhof + Bus€ 31,50Buy 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 ticketsPrice (12+)Price (4-11)
Train from Rotterdam – Leiden€ 17.40 € 2.50At the station
Keukenhof bus 854 (Leiden – Keukenhof)
+ Keukenhof ticket
€ 32.00€ 15.00Book 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 2025.

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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