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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 Delta, KLM and Virgin Atlantic. 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 AccesRail. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 40m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $56 for a 3h 06m 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 Budget and Alamo, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Hoofddorp using FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 65 miles and will cost you around $15. From Brussels, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 170 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 Delta, KLM and Virgin Atlantic. 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 AccesRail. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 40m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Paris, expect to pay about $56 for a 3h 06m 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 Budget and Alamo, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Hoofddorp using FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 65 miles and will cost you around $15. From Brussels, the ticket costs about $31 for a journey of 170 miles.

Airports near Hoofddorp

AMSAmsterdam Schiphol
RTMRotterdam The Hague
EINEindhoven

Airlines serving Hoofddorp

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,091 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,049 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,435 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,519 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,441 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 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, 7002 reviews)
$98+
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Courtyard by Marriott Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1348 reviews)
$102+
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Ozo Hotels Antares Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1241 reviews)
$65+
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NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 7973 reviews)
$87+
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Blue Mansion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2980 reviews)
$59+
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ibis budget Amsterdam Airport
2 stars
Good (7.8, 11249 reviews)
$62+
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Renting a car in Hoofddorp

Expect to pay $8.67 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 $104.02 and $138.70. 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, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $8.67 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 $104.02 and $138.70. 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, 47% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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