Travel to Keukenhof from Haarlem by direct Keukenhof bus line 850. A combi-ticket (Keukenhof entrance + return bus ticket) costs € 32 for adults and € 15 for children.
In 2026 KeukenhofBuzz bus line 850 is operated by Qbuzz company. This shuttle bus runs between Haarlem station and the tulip gardens during the Keukenhof opening season, from 19 March to 10 May 2026.
You can also travel from Haarlem to Keukenhof with the Amsterdam & Region Travel ticket. It is valid in the bus line 850.
The bus line 850 from departs from Jansweg, on the left side of Haarlem train station. There are numerous direction signs, so you will easily find it.
Bus tickets from Haarlem to Keukenhof
Keukenhof combi-tickets (entrance + return bus ticket from Haarlem) cost:
| Combi-ticket for the bus 850 | Price in 2025 | Order |
| Adult (18+) | € 32 | Book >> |
| Children (4-17) | € 18 | Book >> |
You can use your combi-tickets from your phone as e-tickets, both in the bus and at the Keukenhof entrance.
Haarlem – Keukenhof bus timetable
Please note that the time you select during booking your Keukenhof combi-tickets, is not the exact departure time. In fact, you select a time-slot.
For the actual departure times, please check the Glimble app:
In general, KeukenhofBuzz bus 850 runs 2 times an hour.
- First bus 850 from Haarlem to Keukenhof departs at 07:15
- Last bus 850 from Keukenhof departs at 19:35
Please consult the Glimble transport app on the day of your trip for the most up-to-date travel advice.
Can I to buy a bus-only ticket for the bus 850?
Yes, if you already have your Keukenhof entrance ticket, you can buy a bus-only ticket via the Glimble app. Or you can travel with your OV-chipcard, OV-pay or Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket.
Travel time Haarlem – Keukenhof
Expected travel time from Haarlem to the Keukenhof gardens by express bus 850 is 35 minutes.
Travel times can also vary depending on the road situation, especially on the day of the Flower parade.
Does Keukenhof bus 850 make stops?
KeukenhofBuzz bus 850 is a direct bus between Haarlem station and the Keukenhof entrance. It doesn’t make stops in between.
Hotels in Haarlem
Haarlem is a perfect place to stay if you are coming to see the Flower Parade of the Bollenstreek. On 18 April 2026 the illuminated parade will arrive in Haarlem. On 18 April all the parade floats will be on display in the center of the city. A direct bus line 850 connects Haarlem and Lisse, and a direct train will take you to Amsterdam in 15 minutes.
Haarlem has a good choice of 2 – 4 star hotels, which are generally cheaper than accommodations in Amsterdam. Our choices are:
- Bed & Breakfast Hotel Malts, if you are looking for a place that feels like home
- Brasss Hotel Suites
- Hotel ML
- Tip! Hotel Lion D’Or is the best if you want to live close to the station.
Enjoy your visit to Keukenhof from Haarlem in 2026!
Read more:
- Things to do in Haarlem
- Restaurants in Haarlem
- How to get to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?
- How to get to Keukenhof from Schiphol airport?
- Keukenhof Express bus – FAQ
- Visiting Keukenhof: where to stay?
- What is the best time to visit Keukenhof in 2026?
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