The cheapest and fastest trains from Haarlem to Leiden
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$12
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$12
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 20 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 21 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 9
- Distance
- 27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haarlem to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Haarlem to Leiden will cost around S$12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$12.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 9 trains from Haarlem to Leiden, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 23218:23 AM 0h20 Haarlem station 8:43 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 21218:37 AM 0h20 Haarlem station 8:57 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 21198:07 AM 0h20 Haarlem station 8:27 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
SPR 42218:17 AM 0h23 Haarlem station 8:40 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 22197:53 AM 0h21 Haarlem station 8:14 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 23218:23 AM 0h20 Haarlem station 8:43 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 21218:37 AM 0h20 Haarlem station 8:57 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 21198:07 AM 0h20 Haarlem station 8:27 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
IC 22197:53 AM 0h21 Haarlem station 8:14 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
SPR 42218:17 AM 0h23 Haarlem station 8:40 AM Leiden Centraal S$12 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Haarlem to Leiden
Trains from Haarlem to Leiden run on average 12 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 19m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price S$12 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Haarlem to Leiden train times
The table below shows live departures for Haarlem to Leiden trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2219 · SPR 4729 | 7:53 AM Haarlem station | 0h34 | 8:27 AM Leiden Lammenschans | 1 change | |
IC 2219 | 7:53 AM Haarlem station | 0h20 | 8:13 AM Leiden Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2119 | 8:06 AM Haarlem station | 0h20 | 8:26 AM Leiden Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2119 · SPR 14731 | 8:06 AM Haarlem station | 0h36 | 8:42 AM Leiden Lammenschans | 1 change | |
SPR 4221 | 8:17 AM Haarlem station | 0h23 | 8:40 AM Leiden Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2321 | 8:23 AM Haarlem station | 0h20 | 8:43 AM Leiden Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2321 · SPR 4731 | 8:23 AM Haarlem station | 0h34 | 8:57 AM Leiden Lammenschans | 1 change | |
IC 2121 | 8:36 AM Haarlem station | 0h20 | 8:56 AM Leiden Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Haarlem to Leiden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haarlem to Leiden by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Haarlem and Leiden
Most Haarlem to Leiden trains use the Haarlem to Leiden Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Leiden Lammenschans. Use this guide to compare Haarlem and Leiden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Haarlem station do trains to Leiden leave from?
Getting to Haarlem from Haarlem city centre
Haarlem train station facilities and services
Haarlem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Morris, De Ripper
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haarlem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Haarlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haarlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haarlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Grand Hotel Frans Hals, Hotel Lion d'Or, Carlton Square Hotel.
Getting to Haarlem Spaarnwoude from Haarlem city centre
Haarlem Spaarnwoude is 2 km from Haarlem city centre. Public transport options include:
Haarlem Spaarnwoude train station facilities and services
Haarlem Spaarnwoude has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Bike and car services
Available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Which Leiden station do trains from Haarlem arrive at?
Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services
Leiden Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
Getting to Leiden Lammenschans from Leiden city centre
Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Lammenschans train station facilities and services
Leiden Lammenschans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Getting to De Vink from Leiden city centre
De Vink is 2 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
De Vink train station facilities and services
De Vink has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at De Vink.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at De Vink.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at De Vink: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at De Vink: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at De Vink.
