- Must visit
Rijksmuseum van Oudheden
National museum of antiquities with acclaimed collections from Ancient Egypt, Rome, and the Netherlands' archaeological past.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€83
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€84
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 19
43
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hengelo to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hengelo to Leiden will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
It's difficult to get from Hengelo to Leiden without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hengelo to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, while a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€31 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hengelo to Leiden:
A bus is €0.89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hengelo to Leiden costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Leiden take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Tickets start at around €31 compared to roughly €35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €4. The journey takes 2h 18m versus 2h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hengelo to Leiden trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 8:32 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:23 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 9:02 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 9:32 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:23 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 10:02 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 10:32 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:09 AM Hengelo | 2h37 | 10:46 AM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 11:02 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 11:32 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:23 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 12:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 12:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:09 AM Hengelo | 2h37 | 12:46 PM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:23 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 1:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 1:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:23 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 2:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:53 AM Hengelo | 2h39 | 2:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:09 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 2:46 PM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 3:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 3:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 4:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 4:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:09 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 4:46 PM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 5:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 5:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 6:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 6:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:09 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 6:46 PM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 7:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 7:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 8:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 8:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:09 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 8:46 PM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 9:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 9:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 10:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 10:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:09 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 10:46 PM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:25 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 11:02 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:55 PM Hengelo | 2h37 | 11:32 PM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 12:02 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:53 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 12:32 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:23 PM Hengelo | 2h39 | 1:02 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:53 PM Hengelo | 9h09 | 8:02 AM Leiden | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:23 PM Hengelo | 8h39 | 8:02 AM Leiden | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Hengelo to Leiden run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 10:58 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Leiden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leiden trip today.
National museum of antiquities with acclaimed collections from Ancient Egypt, Rome, and the Netherlands' archaeological past.
Major natural history museum famous for dinosaurs, biodiversity displays, and interactive galleries suitable for all ages.
Museum about human body science in Leiden's academic tradition, featuring anatomy, medicine, and curious medical objects.
Leiden's oldest canal is lined with monuments, bridges, and terraces, making it a classic route for a first city walk.
Tree-lined ring canal around the historic center, ideal for walking past gates, mills, and broad water views.
Busy central square beside the church, often hosting markets and events and serving as a lively meeting point.
Buttery cookies from nearby Gouda, sold across Leiden. Their crisp texture and caramel notes make them a classic Dutch sweet with coffee or tea.
Fluffy small pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found in Leiden cafés and traditional pancake houses.
Deep-fried ragout croquettes, often eaten with mustard. This classic Dutch snack is common in Leiden bars, cafés, and lunch spots.
Elegant fine dining in a historic setting, known for refined French-inspired cuisine and polished service near central Leiden.
Established Leiden pancake house specializing in Dutch pancakes and poffertjes in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Historic restaurant in a former weighing house, serving classic Dutch and French-influenced dishes in a grand, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but transit is manageable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Leiden Centraal -> Leiden City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hengelo 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.

Most Hengelo to Leiden trains use the Hengelo to Leiden Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Leiden Lammenschans. Use this guide to compare Hengelo and Leiden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hengelo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: IKEA Restaurant Hengelo, Restaurant Intenzo, Humphrey's Hengelo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hengelo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hengelo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hengelo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hengelo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Hengelo, City Hotel Hengelo, Stravinsky Eten · Drinken · Slapen.
Hengelo Oost is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Oost has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Oost.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Oost.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Oost.
Hengelo Gezondheidspark is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Gezondheidspark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Parking.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Lammenschans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
ATMs are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Parking, WC.
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
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