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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $457.
Distance: 509 miles (820 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$488 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $302 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 27m Average total duration 16h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Leiden:
A flight is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Leiden costing on average $75 (€61).
A flight is $422 (€346) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Leiden costing on average $488 (€399).
Other travel options to Leiden take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 36m.
Bus takes on average 16h 57m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (11h 36m by train vs 11h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $488 (€399) compared to roughly $302 (€247) 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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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Italo to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Leiden.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Leiden
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Trains from Milan to Leiden run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $457 (€374) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 14:30, the last at 14:30. The fastest train covers the 509 miles (820 km) distance in 21h 14m.
Distance 509 miles (820 km) |
Average train duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $457 (€374) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 14m |
First train 2:30 PM |
Last train 2:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Italo from Milan to Leiden trainsDeutsche Bahn, Italo trains will get you between Milan and Leiden from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Italo
FAQs: Trains from Milan to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Leiden
Most Milan to Leiden trains use the Milano Centrale to Leiden Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Leiden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Leiden leave from?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Which Leiden station do trains from Milan arrive at?
Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services
Leiden Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
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