The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Thun
Cheapest price
$227
Average price
$302
Fastest journey
9 h 6 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
642 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Thun will cost around $302 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $227.
It's difficult to get from Leiden to Thun without transferring at least 4 times.
7:47 AM10h39Leiden6:26 PMThun$2271One-way3 transfers
7:44 PM16h42Leiden12:26 PMThun$2311One-way4 transfers
1:47 PM10h15Leiden12:02 AMThun$2451One-way4 transfers
5:47 AM10h39Leiden4:26 PMThun$2941One-way3 transfers
9:47 AM10h39Leiden8:26 PMThun$2941One-way3 transfers
5:47 AM9h06Leiden2:53 PMThun$3121One-way4 transfers
11:47 AM9h06Leiden8:53 PMThun$3121One-way4 transfers
7:47 AM9h36Leiden5:23 PMThun$3381One-way4 transfers
9:47 AM9h36Leiden7:23 PMThun$3121One-way4 transfers
6:47 AM10h06Leiden4:53 PMThun$3851One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leiden to Thun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a train costs an average of $225.
Distance: 398 miles (642 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$230 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest | $227 Average price |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 33m Average total duration 19h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Thun:
A bus is $130 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Thun costing on average $227 (€183).
A bus is $134 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Thun costing on average $230 (€185).
Other travel options to Thun take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 42m.
Bus takes on average 19h 3m.
Live departures
Leiden to Thun train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Thun trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:47 AM Leiden | 9h06 | 2:53 PM Thun | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 5:47 AM Leiden | 10h39 | 4:26 PM Thun | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:47 AM Leiden | 10h06 | 4:53 PM Thun | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 7:47 AM Leiden | 9h36 | 5:23 PM Thun | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 7:47 AM Leiden | 10h39 | 6:26 PM Thun | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Thun
Trains from Leiden to Thun run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $225 (€181) but you can travel from only $86 (€69) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 14:34. The fastest train covers the 398 miles (642 km) distance in 9h 27m.
Distance 398 miles (642 km) |
Average train duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $225 (€181) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 27m |
First train 8:34 AM |
Last train 2:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Thun trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Thun from $86 (€69). 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 Thun
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Thun 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 Thun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leiden to Thun
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
- Located in the main hall
- 4720 places, some covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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