The average train between Leipzig and Leiden takes 9h 33m and the fastest train takes 8h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig to Leiden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Leipzig and Leiden. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Leiden at 10:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 9h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Leipzig to Leiden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Leiden station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.
Leipzig to Leiden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Leiden train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leiden Centraal station.
Book your Leipzig to Leiden train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Leipzig and Leiden is 549.7 km. The road distance is 841 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Leiden Centraal via Frankfurt and Arnhem Centraal in around 8h 48m.