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Where to stay
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Hoofddorp travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hoofddorp

With a population of 132,734, Hoofddorp is a must-see destination in North Holland, Netherlands. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hoofddorp has to offer.

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When to visit Hoofddorp

Hoofddorp in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 424
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hoofddorp in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 424
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hoofddorp

Plane

When flying to Hoofddorp, you’ll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is located 5 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Malaysia to Hoofddorp include Air France, KLM and Malaysia Airlines. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 13h.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by European Sleeper. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 2h 21m and costs around RM 170 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about RM 186 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and STUDENT AGENCY. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 113 km and will cost you around RM 65. From Eindhoven, the ticket costs about RM 53 for a journey of 161 km.

Plane

When flying to Hoofddorp, you’ll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is located 5 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Malaysia to Hoofddorp include Air France, KLM and Malaysia Airlines. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 13h.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by European Sleeper. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 2h 21m and costs around RM 170 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about RM 186 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and STUDENT AGENCY. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 113 km and will cost you around RM 65. From Eindhoven, the ticket costs about RM 53 for a journey of 161 km.

Airports near Hoofddorp

AMSAmsterdam Schiphol
RTMRotterdam The Hague
EINEindhoven

Airlines serving Hoofddorp

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,658 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,616 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,019 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,126 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,829 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,059 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,113 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,443 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,515 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,562 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (884 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,339 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,106 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,630 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,153 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,421 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,551 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hoofddorp

Hiring a car in Hoofddorp

Expect to pay RM 9.23 per litre in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 110.73 and RM 147.64. The most frequently booked car type in Hoofddorp is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 9.23 per litre in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 110.73 and RM 147.64. The most frequently booked car type in Hoofddorp is Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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