How to travel from Leiden to Maastricht

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Compare train and bus for Leiden to Maastricht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, while a train costs an average of $45.

Distance: 104 miles (168 km)

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$45

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$26

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3h 13m

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2h 43m

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3h 50m

Average total duration

3h 20m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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from Leiden to Maastricht

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    12:20 PM6h35
    Leiden
    6:55 PMMaastricht
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    12:20 PM6h35
    Leiden
    6:55 PMMaastricht
    $211One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    11:35 AM4h40
    Leiden
    4:15 PMMaastricht
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    4:50 PM6h05
    Leiden
    10:55 PMMaastricht
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM5h50
    Leiden
    8:05 PMMaastricht
    $311One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:50 PM6h05
    Leiden
    9:55 PMMaastricht
    $391One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leiden to Maastricht

Travel to Maastricht 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 Maastricht.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leiden and Maastricht including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $26.

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

A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Maastricht costing on average $45.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 50m.

The distance from Leiden to Maastricht is approximately 104 miles (168 km).
The average frequency per day from Leiden to Maastricht is:
  • Around 25 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leiden and Maastricht 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 Maastricht:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leiden Centraal and arrive in Maastricht Randwyck.
  • Buses mostly depart from Den Haag, Centraal Station and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leiden to Maastricht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Maastricht by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Maastricht by train.
Omio customers who travel from Leiden to Maastricht often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Liège, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Maastricht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Maastricht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Maastricht, you can explore the lively Market Square with its weekly market and impressive Town Hall, stroll through the picturesque streets of the Jekerkwartier with its boutique shops, and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Meuse River. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about local geology and prehistoric artifacts, and experience the vibrant nightlife at the trendy bars and restaurants in the Wyck district. Don't miss Vrijthof Square with its historic buildings and cafes, the Basilica of Saint Servatius for its religious artifacts, guided tours of the St. Pietersberg Caves, the art collections at Bonnefanten Museum, and Helpoort, the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.
Two to three days in Maastricht is typically sufficient to explore the city's historic sites, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the St. Pietersberg Caves, enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, and savor local cuisine.

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