How to get from Leiden to Nijmegen by train?

From Leiden to Nijmegen by train

To get from Leiden to Nijmegen in Netherlands, take the SPR train from Leiden Centraal station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min.

130min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Nijmegen
Leaves from Leiden Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    48 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    55 min
  • 6
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

To get from Leiden to Nijmegen in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to Schiphol Airport station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Arnhem Centraal station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 13 min.

133min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - 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
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiphol Airport
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Arnhem Centraal
    70 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Roosendaal
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    11 min
  • 8
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    590 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 125.59 km, which can typically be travelled in 130 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.

Public transit stations close to Leiden

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

Train stations close to Leiden:

  • Leiden Lammenschans
  • Leiden Centraal
  • De Vink

Bus stations close to Leiden:

  • Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde
  • Leiden, Leiden Centraal

Public transit stations close to Nijmegen, Netherlands

Nijmegen is located at Nijmegen, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Nijmegen, Plein 1944.

Train stations close to Nijmegen:

  • Nijmegen
  • Nijmegen Heyendaal
  • Nijmegen Lent

Bus stations close to Nijmegen:

  • Nijmegen, Centrum Zuid
  • Nijmegen, Smetiusstraat
  • Nijmegen, Plein 1944 (B)

Related Routes

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

To get from Leiden to Nijmegen in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to Schiphol Airport station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Arnhem Centraal station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 13 min.

133min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - 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
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Schiphol Airport
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Arnhem Centraal
    70 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Roosendaal
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    11 min
  • 8
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    590 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 130 minutes, using Bus line SPR, Bus line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 133 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 10 min.

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

    The SPR train line goes from Leiden Centraal station near Leiden to Utrecht Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Utrecht Centraal 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 10 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 Utrecht Centraal station, which is closest to Nijmegen in Netherlands.