How to Get to from Amsterdam to Keukenhof in 2025

– This post was written by Emma Levin –

Keukenhof signals the return of spring and the celebration of Holland’s most famous export: the tulip. As you get ready to plan your perfect day at Keukenhof, you’re probably wondering how to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof in 2025.

There are choices for every type of traveler, including public transportation and organized tours. You can be your own tour guide, are visiting with friends, or even planning a bike ride around Keukenhof Take away the stress of transportation whether you are going to be your own guide, are visiting with friends, or planning a bike ride to Keukenhof, we’ll help you get prepped with this guide on how to get to Keukenhof from Amsterdam.

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Where are the Keukenhof gardens?

The Keukenhof gardens are located in Lisse, in the province of South Holland. Keukenhof sits in the heart of the Dutch bulb region (Bollenstreek), and is surrounded by flower farms and greenhouses that grow not just tulips, but daffodils, lilies, hyacinths, irises and peonies.

Although located 40km (25mi) southwest of the Dutch capital, the Keukenhof gardens are not that far from Amsterdam by car or other forms of public transportation.

On your way from Amsterdam to Keukenhof, you’ll be able to see a rainbow effect of colorful blossoms right from your car (or train) window!

What is the best way to get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof by public transport?

Photograph by Point Blanq, courtesy of Unsplash

Visit Keukenhof by bus

The Keukenhof Express Bus is by far the easiest way to travel to Keukenhof and the tulip fields. There are various Keukenhof bus lines you can take from cities such as Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Haarlem, Leiden, Katwijk Beach, and Noordwijk Beach.

The journey takes about 40-45 minutes and you’ll get to see some of the Dutch countryside along the way.

Getting to Keukenhof from Amsterdam by train

There is no train station directly next to Keukenhof gardens, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get from Amsterdam to Keukenhof gardens by train! Instead, take the train to Leiden Central, a city nearby the bulb region. At Leiden Central Station, switch to bus line 854 (Leiden – Keukenhof Express).

The entire journey from Amsterdam takes around 60-90 minutes (train, plusbus), and there’s plenty of scenic canals, windmills, and farmland to see along the way.

What are some other ways to get to Keukenhof gardens?

Traveling by car to Keukenhof?

The Keukenhof gardens are located between Amsterdam and Leiden. To plan your route, use Keukenhof’s address in your navigation: Stationsweg 166A, Lisse.

You can easily reach the gardens via the A4 (exit Nieuw-Vennep) and the A44 (exit 3 Lisse), and follow the signs to Keukenhof. It takes about 35 minutes, but can be longer with traffic conditions during busy times.

There’s limited parking available onsite, and it’s possible to pre-book your parking space before you arrive.

When traveling through the bulb region at peak season, drive safely to avoid cyclists and pedestrians who are also out enjoying the blooms.

Walking or biking to Keukenhof?

Do as the Dutch do and pick up a bicycle to get to Keukenhof. Using some pedal power might be the most budget-friendly way to get to Keukenhof.

You can rent bikes for a full day or by the hour from nearby stations like Hillegom (4.4km), Nieuw-Vennep (9.4km) or Leiden Central (15.2km). By bike, it may take up to 2 hours to reach Keukenhof.

On a sunny spring day, another way to get to Keukenhof is to walk. Although it’s not advised you walk all the way from Amsterdam to Keukenhof, you can walk from Hillegom (4.4km), Noordwijkerhout (5.9km) or Lisse (1.8km) pretty easily.

Best ways to get from Keukenhof Garden to Amsterdam

There are lots of different ways to get to Keukenhof, you just have to choose the ticket that suits you best. All of these tickets come with entry to Keukenhof included!

For the independent traveler:

If you prefer to be your own tour guide, then keep it simple with a skip-the-line ticket to Keukenhof and direct transport from Amsterdam. This ticket includes a reserved seat on a coach bus from Amsterdam to Keukenhof, so you don’t have to worry about parking or train time tables.

While on the bus, listen to an audio guide to prep you for your solo tour of the ‘Garden of Europe’. After arriving at the floral paradise, you have three hours to wander the 32 hectares at your own pace. If you would like to stay longer or cut your visit short, you can leave on a different bus, depending on seat availability.

For the adventurous:

For the tourist that likes to pack everything into a full day, this is the ticket for you. There’s no more asking how to get to Keukenhof from Amsterdam when this ticket includes worry-free roundtrip transportation and a guided bus tour from Amsterdam’s Central Station.

Visitors will see the gardens and get a behind-the-scenes visit to a real-life working bulb farm and meet the farmers responsible for the blooms. The ticket also includes a scenic 1.5-hour cruise ride on a peaceful canal and a tour of one of the Netherlands’ most recognizable symbols – the windmill. If you don’t mind a packed day hitting all of Holland’s finest tourist attractions, then this is the ticket for you!

For those traveling with friends:

If you’re hoping to enjoy a beautiful spring day with your best friends, then this Keukenhof day trip and spring cruise are sure to please the whole group.

Enjoy reserved seating on a shuttle bus to Keukenhof from Amsterdam and a skip-the-line entrance ticket to Keukenhof. Spend your time leisurely wandering the seven million flowers and celebrating the start of the spring season.

Then, kick your feet up, breathe in the country air, and relax for a picturesque spring cruise. Roundtrip transportation to Amsterdam is flexible, depending on seat availability. This flawless day is sure to be one for the memory books!

For the ones who want it all:

The Tulip Festival Card is a real winner if you want to see it all!

Travel by bus from Amsterdam to Keukenhof and enjoy skip-the-line entry – no need to book a timeslot in advance for the bus. Tour the tulip fields around Keukenhof with an audio guide, and enjoy up to 3 days of public transport around the region. Then, learn the stories behind Amsterdam with a handy audio guide app for your phone.

For the quick and easy traveler:

This skip-the-line ticket to Keukenhof makes getting into the ‘Garden of Europe’ easy. If you’re traveling by public transport or driving, this is the easiest way to get into Keukenhof. The ticket shows up right on your mobile phone, so no printing is required.

Get excited to wander the 32-hectare floral paradise and discover why the Dutch are the best at growing the exquisite tulip. Keeping in mind this ticket does not provide transportation, don’t forget to add a parking spot to your ticket order if needed!

For local travelers: Transportation from cities near Lisse

Public transportation to Keukenhof from surrounding cities like Amsterdam, Haarlem, Leiden isn’t always straightforward. It can be hard to get to Keukenhof from Amsterdam via public transportation, which can add unnecessary stress to your otherwise beautiful day.

There is headache-free transportation out there. Try one of these tickets for both transportation and entrance tickets from the following local cities:

From Leiden: Enjoy this simple roundtrip ticket from the Leiden Central Station. You can take any of the buses departing 30 minutes before and 60 minutes after your chosen timeslot.

From Haarlem: Depart from the Haarlem Station on either the Keukenhof Express Bus 850 (weekends only) or the bus 50 (daily). You can take any of the buses departing 30 minutes before and 60 minutes after your chosen timeslot.

From Katwijk, Noordwijk or Noordwijkerhout: This is a roundtrip ticket on bus 90 from either Katwijk, Noordwijk, or Noordwijkerhout. Please choose the correct departure and arrival station when purchasing your ticket and check your email for further instructions.

From The Hague: Locals from The Hague can enjoy a guided bus tour to Keukenhof and back, and a tour of the gorgeous flower fields. Guides are available in English, Spanish, and German, and can provide you with handy information before you set foot in the floral heaven of Keukenhof.