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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Almere
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Almere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Almere will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 50 trains that leave Leiden for Almere on Sat, Jun 20, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 47 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.
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6:02 AM0h59Leiden7:01 AMAlmere$351One-way1 transfer- 6:02 AM1h10Leiden7:12 AMAlmere$351One-way0 transfers
- 6:32 AM0h59Leiden7:31 AMAlmere$351One-way1 transfer
- 6:32 AM1h10Leiden7:42 AMAlmere$351One-way0 transfers
- 7:02 AM0h59Leiden8:01 AMAlmere$351One-way1 transfer
- 9:00 AM0h47Leiden9:47 AMAlmere$371One-way1 transfer
- 9:30 AM0h47Leiden10:17 AMAlmere$351One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM0h47Leiden10:47 AMAlmere$371One-way1 transfer
- 10:30 AM0h47Leiden11:17 AMAlmere$351One-way1 transfer
- 11:00 AM0h47Leiden11:47 AMAlmere$371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leiden to Almere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Almere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Almere:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Almere costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Almere take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Leiden to Almere by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Almere
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Trains from Leiden to Almere run on average 929 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 392 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 929 |
Direct trains 392 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Almere trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Almere from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Almere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Almere 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 Almere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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