How to travel from Leiden to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Brussels is a bus with an average price of €12.

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

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Brussels costing on average €32.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 2h 43m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 24m.

The distance from Leiden to Brussels is approximately 90 miles (146 km).

The average frequency per day from Leiden to Brussels is:

• Around 35 trains per day.
• Around 11 buses per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Leiden Centraal and arrive in Brussels-Central.
• Buses mostly depart from Den Haag, Centraal Station and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Qbuzz B.V., RRReis to go to Brussels by bus.
• Travel with EuroCity, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Brussels by train.

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

• 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Omio customers who travel from Leiden to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.

For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.