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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Leiden

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$446

Average price

$542

Fastest journey

4 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 58 m

Trains per day

Distance

325 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Leiden will cost around $542 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $446.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London to Leiden without transferring at least 2 times.

9148+

9579 · 3587

05:04PM4h54

London St Pancras International (STP)

10:58PMLeiden Centraal

$4461One-way

2 transfers

9142+

9571 · 3579

03:04PM4h54

London St Pancras International (STP)

08:58PMLeiden Centraal

$4461One-way

2 transfers

9148 · 9381+ PKP Intercity

2285

05:04PM4h40

London St Pancras International (STP)

10:44PMLeiden Centraal

$4741One-way

2 transfers

9132+

9563 · 3162

01:01PM5h12

London St Pancras International (STP)

07:13PMLeiden Centraal

$6721One-way

2 transfers

9116+

9547 · 3146

09:01AM5h12

London St Pancras International (STP)

03:13PMLeiden Centraal

$6721One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for London to Leiden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus	Ferry
€180 Average price	€78 Average price	€68 Average price Cheapest	€74 Average price
5h 18m Average duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 9m Average duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	11h 50m Average duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 28m Average duration 7h 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions	0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare prices and tickets London to Leiden by train, bus, flight, or ferry

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Leiden

United Kingdom

Netherlands

Trains from London to Leiden run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by ferry.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Ferry from $19 (€15)

Distance

201 miles (325 km)

Average train duration

4h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

$85 (€69)

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 16m

First train

01:02

Last train

21:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Ferry from $19 (€15)

Train providers: Eurostar from London to Leiden trains

Find the best trains to Leiden from London with Omio's travel partners Eurostar from $82 (€67). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Eurostar is a high-speed train company operating in Europe, connecting the UK, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany including trains between London and Leiden. It offers a range of services, including Eurostar e320, Eurostar e300, and Eurostar International. The Eurostar e320 is the fastest service, travelling at up to 320 km/h, while the Eurostar e300 is slightly slower, travelling at up to 300 km/h. Both services offer comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets. Eurostar International is a slower service, travelling at up to 160 km/h, but it offers a more luxurious experience with larger seats and more onboard facilities. Eurostar offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Standard Premier, and Business Premier. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Business Premier tickets offer the most luxurious experience. The most popular routes for Eurostar are London to Paris, London to Brussels, and London to Amsterdam. All of these routes offer a fast and convenient way to travel between the UK and mainland Europe.

London to Leiden train information with Eurostar:

Average Duration: 3 h 59 min
Cheapest Price: $82
Eurostar frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Leiden

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Leiden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Leiden.

Cheap train tickets from London to Leiden can start from as little as $99 (€81) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Leiden is $206 (€167); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Leiden train time is 3 h 16 min covering the 202 mile (325 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Leiden leaves at 4: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Leiden leaves at 9: 45 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from London to Leiden which require at least one change with Eurostar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Leiden. Take the fast train with Eurostar from London to Leiden.

The high-speed Eurostar train from London to Leiden takes around 3 h 59 min.

When taking a train from London to Leiden, you can count on Eurostar for the best way to get you to Leiden. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Leiden from London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 45 PM.

A trip to Leiden from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 16 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Leiden by train is March.

You have options as you can travel to Leiden from London 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.