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Compare train and bus for Maarssen to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maarssen to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Maarssen to Leiden:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maarssen to Leiden costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Leiden take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.91 (€-20.03). The journey takes 1h 7m versus 48m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Maarssen to Leiden by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maarssen to Leiden
Trains from Maarssen to Leiden run on average 128 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:26, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 128 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 1:26 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Maarssen to Leiden trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Maarssen and Leiden from $20 (€16). 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 Maarssen to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maarssen 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.

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