How to travel from Arnhem to Leiden

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Compare train and bus for Arnhem to Leiden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arnhem to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 61 miles (99 km)

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€24

Average price

€19

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Cheapest

€21

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

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30m

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4h 7m

Average total duration

3h 37m

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30m

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1h 24m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

NS International | IC Brussel

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The cheapest way to travel from Arnhem to Leiden is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Arnhem to Leiden:

A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arnhem to Leiden costing on average €24.

The fastest way to travel from Arnhem to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Arnhem and Leiden including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Arnhem to Leiden among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €24 compared to roughly €21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.27. The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 24m 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.

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from Arnhem to Leiden

How to get from Arnhem to Leiden by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Arnhem to Leiden is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    10:10 AM3h50
    Arnhem
    2:00 PMLeiden
    181One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    10:10 AM3h50
    Arnhem
    2:00 PMLeiden
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    10:10 AM3h50
    Arnhem
    2:00 PMLeiden
    181One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Arnhem to Leiden

Travel 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 Arnhem to Leiden.

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There are 2 options to travel between Arnhem and Leiden including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Arnhem to Leiden is a bus with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from Arnhem to Leiden:

A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arnhem to Leiden costing on average €24.

The fastest way to travel from Arnhem to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 7m.

The distance from Arnhem to Leiden is approximately 61 miles (99 km).
The average frequency per day from Arnhem to Leiden is:
  • Around 23 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Arnhem and Leiden as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Arnhem to Leiden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Arnhem station and arrive in Leiden Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Arnheim, Amsterdamseweg (Centraal Station/Sonsbeek) and arrive in Den Haag, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Arnhem to Leiden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Leiden by bus.
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Leiden by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Arnhem to Leiden:
  • 8 direct trains per day with Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Omio customers who travel from Arnhem to Leiden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, The Hague, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leiden and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leiden to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Leiden's rich history, museums, and charming canals.

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