How to travel from Ghent to Leiden

There are 2 options to travel between Ghent and Leiden including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Leiden is a bus with an average price of €26.

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

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Leiden costing on average €73.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Leiden is by train with an average journey time of 2h 44m.

Other travel options to Leiden take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 11m.

The distance from Ghent to Leiden is approximately 83 miles (134 km).

The average frequency per day from Ghent to Leiden is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ghent 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 Ghent to Leiden:

• Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Leiden Centraal.
• Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Den Haag, Centraal Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Leiden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Leiden by bus.
• Travel with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity to go to Leiden by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Ghent to Leiden:

• 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Ghent 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.