How to get from Leiden to Nijmegen by train?

From Leiden to Nijmegen by train

To get from Leiden to Nijmegen in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SPR train from Leiden Centraal station to Tiel station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the STOPTREIN RS33 train and finally take the SPR train from Elst station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The train schedule from Leiden may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijmegen on the Moovit app.

140min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Train - STOPTREIN RS33STOPTREIN RS33
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Nijmegen
Leaves from Leiden Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Tiel
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tiel
    79 min
  • 4
    Train - STOPTREIN RS33STOPTREIN RS33
    Wait for train
    STOPTREIN RS33
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elst
    29 min
  • 6
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Nijmegen
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    8 min
  • 8
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    600 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leiden to Nijmegen by train via IC and IC

To get from Leiden to Nijmegen in Netherlands, take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to 'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch) station. Next, take the IC train from 'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch) station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The train schedule from Leiden may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijmegen on the Moovit app.

174min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Nijmegen
Leaves from Leiden Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch)
    82 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch)
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Zwolle
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    600 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leiden to Nijmegen

The distance between Leiden, Netherlands and Nijmegen, Netherlands is approximately 129.07 km, which can typically be travelled in 140 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leiden to Nijmegen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Leiden to Nijmegen

To check the train schedule from Leiden to Nijmegen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leiden) and destination (Nijmegen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Leiden to Nijmegen by train via IC and IC

To get from Leiden to Nijmegen in Netherlands, take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to 'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch) station. Next, take the IC train from 'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch) station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 54 min. The train schedule from Leiden may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijmegen on the Moovit app.

174min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Nijmegen
Leaves from Leiden Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch)
    82 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    'S-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch)
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Zwolle
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    600 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 140 minutes, using Train line SPR, Train line STOPTREIN RS33, Train line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 174 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 20 min.

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

    The SPR train line goes from Leiden Centraal station near Leiden to Tiel station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Tiel station near Nijmegen in Netherlands.

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

    The total travel time between Leiden and Nijmegen in Netherlands by train is about 2 hr 20 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Tiel station, which is closest to Nijmegen in Netherlands.

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