How to travel from Erfurt to Leiden

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Compare train and bus for Erfurt to Leiden

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from kr1721. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr1721, and a train costs an average of kr1721.

Distance: 292 miles (470 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Erfurt to Leiden is a bus with an average price of kr861.

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

A bus is kr985 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Leiden costing on average kr1846.

The fastest way to travel from Erfurt to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 7h 2m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Erfurt and Leiden including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Erfurt to Leiden among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Leiden.

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There are 2 options to travel between Erfurt and Leiden including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Erfurt to Leiden is a bus with an average price of kr861.

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

A bus is kr985 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Leiden costing on average kr1846.

The fastest way to travel from Erfurt to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 7h 2m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 53m.

The distance from Erfurt to Leiden is approximately 292 miles (470 km).
The average frequency per day from Erfurt to Leiden is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Leiden:
  • Trains mostly depart from Erfurt Hbf and arrive in Leiden Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 and arrive in Den Haag, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Erfurt to Leiden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Leiden by train.
Omio customers who travel from Erfurt 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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