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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 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hoofddorp include Air France, Delta and KLM. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 05m.

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 $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $46 for a 3h 08m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hoofddorp is to pick up a car rental from Amsterdam, which is about 10 miles 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 Bus. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 65 miles and will cost you around $11. From Brussels, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

When flying to Hoofddorp, you’ll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hoofddorp include Air France, Delta and KLM. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 05m.

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 $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $46 for a 3h 08m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 0.8 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hoofddorp is to pick up a car rental from Amsterdam, which is about 10 miles 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 Bus. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 65 miles and will cost you around $11. From Brussels, the ticket costs about $14 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Hoofddorp

AMSAmsterdam Schiphol
RTMRotterdam The Hague
EINEindhoven

Airlines serving Hoofddorp

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,924 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,144 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,894 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (994 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 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, 6802 reviews)
$108+
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Vienna House Easy By Wyndham Amsterdam
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2232 reviews)
$106+
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Courtyard by Marriott Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1310 reviews)
$124+
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Blue Mansion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2849 reviews)
$69+
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ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, 13059 reviews)
$79+
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ibis budget Amsterdam Airport
2 stars
Good (7.7, 10961 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Hoofddorp

Renting a car in Hoofddorp costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Hoofddorp.

Expect to pay $8.52 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 $102.21 and $136.27. 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, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hoofddorp costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Hoofddorp.

Expect to pay $8.52 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 $102.21 and $136.27. 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, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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