How to get from Amsterdam to Leiden by train?

From Amsterdam to Leiden by train

Take one direct train from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands: take the SPR train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Leiden Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Walk to Leiden
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leiden
    Walk to
    Leiden
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Amsterdam to Leiden by train via ICD and IC

To get from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands, take the ICD train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Schiphol Airport station. Next, take the IC train from Schiphol Airport station to Leiden Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min.

47min
Walk to train stationTrain - ICD
ICD
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leiden
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiphol Airport
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leiden
    Walk to
    Leiden
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Amsterdam to Leiden

The distance between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Leiden, Netherlands is approximately 44.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Amsterdam to Leiden by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Amsterdam

Amsterdam is located at Amsterdam, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Centraal Station.

Metro stations close to Amsterdam:

  • Centraal Station

Train stations close to Amsterdam:

  • Amsterdam Centraal

Bus stations close to Amsterdam:

  • Amsterdam, Centraal Station
  • Centraal Station
  • Amsterdam, Centraal Station (Perron J)

Public transit stations close to Leiden, Netherlands

Leiden is located at Leiden, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Leiden, Leiden Centraal.

Train stations close to Leiden:

  • Leiden Centraal
  • Leiden Lammenschans
  • De Vink

Bus stations close to Leiden:

  • Leiden, Leiden Centraal
  • Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde

Related Routes

Alternative route from Amsterdam to Leiden by train via ICD and IC

To get from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands, take the ICD train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Schiphol Airport station. Next, take the IC train from Schiphol Airport station to Leiden Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min.

47min
Walk to train stationTrain - ICD
ICD
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leiden
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICDICD
    Wait for train
    ICD
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiphol Airport
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leiden
    Walk to
    Leiden
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Leiden?

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line SPR.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Amsterdam to Leiden?

    The alternative route takes 47 minutes, using Bus line ICD, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Leiden in Netherlands?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands in 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands?

    The SPR train line goes from Amsterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam to Den Haag Centraal station near Leiden in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands by train?

    The total travel time between Amsterdam and Leiden in Netherlands by train is about 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Amsterdam to get to Leiden in Netherlands?

    Get on the SPR train from the Amsterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Amsterdam and Leiden in Netherlands?

    Get off the train at the Den Haag Centraal station, which is closest to Leiden in Netherlands.

  • When is the first train from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands?

    The first train from Amsterdam to Leiden in Netherlands is Intercity | Utrecht Centraal - Rotterdam Centraal. It leaves the Amsterdam Centraal station at 6:46 AM.

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