How to get from Franeker to Holwerd by bus and train?

From Franeker to Holwerd by bus and train

To get from Franeker to Holwerd in Dongeradeel, take the RS2 train from Franeker station to Leeuwarden station. Next, take the 60 bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A) station to Holwert, De Polle station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Franeker may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Holwerd on the Moovit app.

88min
Walk to train station
Train - RS2RS2
Bus - 6060
Walk to Holwerd
Leaves from Franeker

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Franeker
    1.15 km • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - RS2RS2
    Wait for train
    RS2
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A)
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    Dokkum
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Holwert, De Polle
    ID 20640130
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Holwerd
    Walk to
    Holwerd
    Nijhôf
    450 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Franeker to Holwerd by bus and train via RS2 and 66

To get from Franeker to Holwerd in Dongeradeel, take the RS2 train from Franeker station to Leeuwarden station. Next, take the 66 bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A) station to Holwert, Holwert Provincialeweg station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Franeker may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Holwerd on the Moovit app.

104min
Walk to train station
Train - RS2RS2
Bus - 6666
Walk to Holwerd
Leaves from Franeker

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Franeker
    1.15 km • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - RS2RS2
    Wait for train
    RS2
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A)
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Holwert Veerdam
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Holwert, Holwert Provincialeweg
    ID 20640601
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Holwerd
    Walk to
    Holwerd
    Nijhôf
    880 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Franeker to Holwerd

The distance between Franeker, Dongeradeel and Holwerd, Dongeradeel is approximately 44.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Franeker to Holwerd by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Dongeradeel – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Franeker to Holwerd

To check the bus and train schedule from Franeker to Holwerd using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Franeker) and destination (Holwerd), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Franeker to Holwerd by bus and train via RS2 and 66

To get from Franeker to Holwerd in Dongeradeel, take the RS2 train from Franeker station to Leeuwarden station. Next, take the 66 bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A) station to Holwert, Holwert Provincialeweg station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Franeker may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Holwerd on the Moovit app.

104min
Walk to train station
Train - RS2RS2
Bus - 6666
Walk to Holwerd
Leaves from Franeker

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Franeker
    1.15 km • 15 min
  • 2
    Train - RS2RS2
    Wait for train
    RS2
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A)
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Holwert Veerdam
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Holwert, Holwert Provincialeweg
    ID 20640601
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Holwerd
    Walk to
    Holwerd
    Nijhôf
    880 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Franeker to Holwerd?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Train line RS2, Bus line 60.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Franeker to Holwerd?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Train line RS2, Bus line 66.

  • Is there a direct train between Franeker and Holwerd?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Franeker to Holwerd?

    The RS2 train line goes from Franeker station near Franeker in Franekeradeel to Leeuwarden station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Leeuwarden station near Holwerd in Dongeradeel.

  • How long does it take to travel from Franeker to Holwerd by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Franeker in Franekeradeel and Holwerd in Dongeradeel by train and bus is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Franeker to get to Holwerd?

    Get on the RS2 train from the Franeker station near Franeker in Franekeradeel.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Franeker and Holwerd?

    Get off the train at the Leeuwarden stop, which is closest to Holwerd in Dongeradeel.

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