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Compare train and bus for Leiden to Hilversum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Hilversum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Hilversum take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 59m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (52m by train vs 1h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $35 (€29) compared to roughly $13 (€11) 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.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Hilversum
Trains from Leiden to Hilversum run on average 512 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 62 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 512 |
Direct trains 62 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Hilversum trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Hilversum from $35 (€29). 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 Hilversum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Hilversum 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 Hilversum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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