Driving from Haarlem to Zoetermeer
Zoetermeer lies 37 km (23 mi) south of Haarlem, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 34 min without stops, over roughly 45 km (28 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Haarlem | Zoetermeer | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | The Netherlands | The Netherlands |
| Population | 162,543 | 115,845 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Postal codes | 2011–2037 | 2711–2729 |
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Common questions
How far is Zoetermeer from Haarlem?
37 km (23 mi) in a straight line, south of Haarlem; by road roughly 45 km (28 mi).
How long does it take to get from Haarlem to Zoetermeer by car?
About 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Haarlem and Zoetermeer?
No, both are on Europe/Amsterdam at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.