How to travel from Leiden to Eindhoven

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Compare train and bus for Leiden to Eindhoven

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Eindhoven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. 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 €9, while a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 65 miles (105 km)

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Driving

€29

Average price

€9

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

2h 19m

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30m

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1h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

NS International | IC Brussel

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FlixBus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Eindhoven is a bus with an average price of €9.

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

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Eindhoven costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Eindhoven is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Eindhoven take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leiden and Eindhoven including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leiden to Eindhoven 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 €29 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.48. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 43m 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 Leiden to Eindhoven

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM3h00
    Den Haag, Centraal Station
    10:25 AMEindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station)
    71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM3h00
    Den Haag, Centraal Station
    10:25 AMEindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station)
    71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 2259 · ICD 1860 · IC 3664
    6:16 PM1h42
    Leiden Centraal
    7:58 PMEindhoven station
    271One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • NS DomesticSPR 6724 · IC 2223 · ICD 1824 · SPR 6433
    9:02 AM2h07
    Leiden Lammenschans
    11:09 AMEindhoven Strijp-S
    271One-way
    3 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 6756 · IC 2255 · ICD 1856 · SPR 6465
    5:02 PM2h07
    Leiden Lammenschans
    7:09 PMEindhoven Strijp-S
    271One-way
    3 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 6760 · IC 2259 · ICD 1860 · SPR 6469
    6:02 PM2h07
    Leiden Lammenschans
    8:09 PMEindhoven Strijp-S
    271One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM2h20
    Den Haag, Centraal Station
    10:35 AMEindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station)
    81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM2h25
    Den Haag, Centraal Station
    1:45 AMEindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station)
    81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 PM2h35
    Den Haag, Centraal Station
    7:50 PMEindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station)
    81One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leiden to Eindhoven

Travel to Eindhoven 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 Leiden to Eindhoven.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Leiden and Eindhoven including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Eindhoven is a bus with an average price of €9.

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

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Eindhoven costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Eindhoven is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Eindhoven take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 49m.

The distance from Leiden to Eindhoven is approximately 65 miles (105 km).
The average frequency per day from Leiden to Eindhoven is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leiden and Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leiden Centraal and arrive in Eindhoven station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Den Haag, Centraal Station and arrive in Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leiden to Eindhoven, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Eindhoven by bus.
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Eindhoven by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leiden to Eindhoven with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Omio customers who travel from Leiden to Eindhoven often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Rotterdam, Brussels, Düsseldorf. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Eindhoven and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Eindhoven to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Eindhoven, you can explore Genneper Parken for nature trails and sports, or take a PSV Eindhoven Stadium Tour to see the home of the famous football club. Visit Van Gogh Village Nuenen to learn about the artist's life, or enjoy local craft beers at City Brewery Eindhoven. Discover innovation at High Tech Campus Eindhoven. For sights, visit the Van Abbemuseum for contemporary art, the Philips Museum for technology history, and the Evoluon for its unique architecture. The DAF Museum showcases vintage vehicles, and Strijp-S offers a vibrant cultural experience.
A visit to Eindhoven typically requires 2 to 3 days to explore its modern architecture, technology museums, vibrant arts scene, and cultural attractions.

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