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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Leiden
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
8 h 27 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
674 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Leiden will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Munich for Leiden on Wed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 674 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 27 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06:17AM10h20
Munich04:37PMLeiden
$801One-way
0 transfers
04:25AM8h27
Munich12:52PMLeiden
$1351One-way
0 transfers
06:47AM9h15
Munich04:02PMLeiden
$1591One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM9h10
Munich04:37PMLeiden
$1841One-way
0 transfers
04:25AM8h27
Munich12:52PMLeiden
$1351One-way
0 transfers
07:27AM9h10
Munich04:37PMLeiden
$1841One-way
0 transfers
06:47AM9h15
Munich04:02PMLeiden
$1591One-way
0 transfers
06:17AM10h20
Munich04:37PMLeiden
$801One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €101.
Distance: 418 miles (674 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€105 Average price | €174 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Munich to Leiden train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Leiden trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 9:26 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:25 AM Munich | 8h27 | 12:52 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:17 AM Munich | 10h20 | 4:37 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:47 AM Munich | 9h15 | 4:02 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Munich | 9h10 | 4:37 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Leiden
Germany
Netherlands
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
Bus from $26 (€21)
Distance 418 miles (674 km) |
Average train duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:58 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Munich to Leiden start from as low as $47 (€38) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $129 (€105) depending on the train type and class.
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
Bus from $26 (€21)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Leiden trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Munich and Leiden from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 32m
Cheapest Price
$47 (€38)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.
A day trip from Munich to Leiden is not feasible, as the journey takes 8h 2m and covers 418 miles (674 km). There are 9 trains per day.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Leiden's rich history, museums, and charming canals.
In Leiden, you can enjoy scenic boat tours along the Leiden Canals, visit the Naturalis Biodiversity Center for interactive exhibits, explore the historic Pieterskerk, and admire art at Museum De Lakenhal. Don't miss the vibrant Leiden Market for local produce and delicacies. Key sights include the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Hortus Botanicus Leiden, the prestigious Leiden University, Molen de Valk windmill, and the Burcht van Leiden fortress with panoramic city views.
The train journey from Munich to Leiden offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and the Rhine Valley, featuring charming villages, rolling hills, and historic castles along the way.
Train ticket prices from Munich to Leiden can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $47 (€38), while the average price is around $129 (€105).
The distance by train from Munich to Leiden is 418 miles (674 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Munich to Leiden.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Leiden is by bus, with a cost of around $26 (€21).
The first train from Munich to Leiden leaves at 12:23 AM.
The last train from Munich to Leiden leaves at 11:58 PM.
The train from Munich to Leiden takes 8h 2m and runs 9 per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from Munich to Leiden.
The train station in Munich that goes to Leiden is Munich Hbf, which connects to Leiden Centraal.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Munich to Leiden.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich to Leiden
Munich
Leiden
The major train station for departures in Munich is München Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München Hbf for your trip from Munich to Leiden.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
Accessibility
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
Hotel
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
München Hackerbrücke
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
Hotel
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
München Leuchtenbergring
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Zum Brünnstein
- Satyam
- Tout oder Sie
- Ristorante il Padrino
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Munich - Leuchtenbergring
- Holiday Inn München City Ost
- Holiday Inn Express München City Ost
- Hyperion
München Marienplatz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
Hotel
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
8 kmDining
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
Hotel
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskThe major train station for arrivals in Leiden is De Vink. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at De Vink for your journey to Leiden from Munich.
De Vink
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmLeiden Lammenschans
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingCar RentalAmenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
9Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
Dining
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 4720 places, some covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
Public transit options for Leiden Centraal
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
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