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Hoofddorp travel guide

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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hoofddorp to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Hoofddorp

Hoofddorp in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hoofddorp in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 129
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 Canada to Hoofddorp include Air France, Delta and KLM. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from Canada departs from Halifax and takes around 6h 15m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 37m and costs around C$ 46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Berlin, expect to pay about C$ 34 for a 7h 30m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

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 GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and Bus. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 161 km and will cost you around C$ 18. From Eindhoven, the ticket costs about C$ 30 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 Canada to Hoofddorp include Air France, Delta and KLM. The shortest flight to Hoofddorp from Canada departs from Halifax and takes around 6h 15m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Hoofddorp, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Hoofddorp to Brussels takes 1h 37m and costs around C$ 46 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Berlin, expect to pay about C$ 34 for a 7h 30m trip. The train station in Hoofddorp is called Hoofddorp, and is located 1.3 km from the city centre.

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 GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Amsterdam.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hoofddorp, including FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and Bus. From Rotterdam, the bus ride to Hoofddorp takes 161 km and will cost you around C$ 18. From Eindhoven, the ticket costs about C$ 30 for a journey of 161 km.

Airports near Hoofddorp

AMSAmsterdam Schiphol
RTMRotterdam The Hague
EINEindhoven

Airlines serving Hoofddorp

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,367 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,982 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,895 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,820 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,865 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,473 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,287 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,680 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,094 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,352 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 149+
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Vienna House Easy By Wyndham Amsterdam
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 137+
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Courtyard by Marriott Amsterdam Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 168+
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Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 146+
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Blue Mansion Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 98+
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ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 121+
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Renting a car in Hoofddorp

Expect to pay C$ 3.02 per litre in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.15 and C$ 48.19. 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 (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 3.02 per litre in Hoofddorp (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.15 and C$ 48.19. 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 (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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