What is the cheapest way to get from Leiden to Haarlem?

The cheapest way to get from Leiden to Haarlem is to drive which costs €5 - €9 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leiden to Haarlem?

The fastest way to get from Leiden to Haarlem is to train which takes 23 min and costs €6 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Leiden and Haarlem?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal station and arriving at Haarlem, Centrum/Houtplein. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Leiden and Haarlem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leiden Centraal and arriving at Haarlem. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Leiden to Haarlem?

The distance between Leiden and Haarlem is 28 km. The road distance is 32.9 km.

How do I travel from Leiden to Haarlem without a car?

The best way to get from Leiden to Haarlem without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs €6 - €15.

How long does it take to get from Leiden to Haarlem?

The train from Leiden Centraal to Haarlem takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leiden to Haarlem bus from?

Leiden to Haarlem bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal.

Where do I catch the Leiden to Haarlem train from?

Leiden to Haarlem train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Leiden Centraal station.

Train or bus from Leiden to Haarlem?

The best way to get from Leiden to Haarlem is to train which takes 23 min and costs €6 - €15. Alternatively, you can line 250 bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Leiden to Haarlem bus arrive?

Leiden to Haarlem bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Haarlem, Centrum/Houtplein station.

Where does the Leiden to Haarlem train arrive?

Leiden to Haarlem train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Haarlem station.

Can I drive from Leiden to Haarlem?

Yes, the driving distance between Leiden to Haarlem is 33 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Leiden to Haarlem.

Where can I stay near Haarlem?

There are 2841+ hotels available in Haarlem.

Leiden to Haarlem - 4 ways to travel via train, line 250 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Leiden to Haarlem by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leiden Centraal to Haarlemtrain Sprinter / ...
23 min
€6–15
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal to Haarlem, Centrum/Houtpleinbus 250
1h 6m
€7–10
Drive 32.9 km
1. Drive from Leiden to Haarlemcar 32.9 km
42 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leiden to Haarlemtaxi 32.9 km
42 min
€110–140

Leiden to Haarlem by train

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Distance: 28.4 km
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Leiden, Netherlands and Haarlem, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leiden Centraal to Haarlem every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €6–15 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Qbuzz B.V. operates a bus from Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal to Haarlem, Centrum/Houtplein every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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