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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. Hoofddorp deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Hoofddorp

Hoofddorp in February
Estimated package price
$399
2 travelers
Flight to Hoofddorp
3 nights at hotel
Hoofddorp in February
Estimated package price
$399
2 travelers
Flight to Hoofddorp
3 nights at 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 center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hoofddorp include KLM, Delta and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 7h 30m.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by Train. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 37m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $46 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hoofddorp is to pick up a car rental from Amsterdam, which is about 16 km from Hoofddorp. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Union Ivkoni. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 113 km and will cost you around $13. From Eindhoven, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 137 km.

Plane

When flying to Hoofddorp, you’ll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is located 5 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hoofddorp include KLM, Delta and Virgin Atlantic. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 7h 30m.

Train

Eurostar is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by Train. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 37m and costs around $34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $46 for a 3h 10m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hoofddorp is to pick up a car rental from Amsterdam, which is about 16 km from Hoofddorp. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Union Ivkoni. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 113 km and will cost you around $13. From Eindhoven, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Hoofddorp

AMSAmsterdam Schiphol
RTMRotterdam The Hague
EINEindhoven

Airlines serving Hoofddorp

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,661 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hoofddorp

Most booked hotels in Hoofddorp

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Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 7088 reviews)
$89+
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citizenM Schiphol Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 11437 reviews)
$136+
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Vienna House Easy By Wyndham Amsterdam
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2506 reviews)
$75+
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NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 8026 reviews)
$102+
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Courtyard by Marriott Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1371 reviews)
$92+
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Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 7067 reviews)
$94+
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Renting a car in Hoofddorp

Renting a car in Hoofddorp costs $97 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Amsterdam Schiphol.

Expect to pay $8.40 per gallon in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $100.84 and $134.46. 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 rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hoofddorp costs $97 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Amsterdam Schiphol.

Expect to pay $8.40 per gallon in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $100.84 and $134.46. 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 rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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