How to get from Leiden to Rotterdam by metro and train?

From Leiden to Rotterdam by metro and train

To get from Leiden to Rotterdam in Netherlands, take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to Den Haag Laan Van Noi station. Next, take the E metro from Den Haag Laan V Noi station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min. The metro and train schedule from Leiden may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

61min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Metro - E
Metro - E
Leaves from Leiden Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Vlissingen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Den Haag Laan Van Noi
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Den Haag Laan V Noi
    ID laa
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Metro - E
    Wait for metro
    E
    Slinge
  • 6
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    41 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leiden to Rotterdam

The distance between Leiden, Netherlands and Rotterdam, Netherlands is approximately 41.29 km, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leiden to Rotterdam by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Leiden to Rotterdam

To check the metro and train schedule from Leiden to Rotterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leiden) and destination (Rotterdam), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro and 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 metro and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Train line IC, Metro line E.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 1 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Leiden Centraal station near Leiden to Den Haag Laan Van Noi station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till Den Haag Laan Van Noi station near Rotterdam in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leiden to Rotterdam in Netherlands by train and metro?

    The total travel time between Leiden and Rotterdam in Netherlands by train and metro is about 1 hr 1 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Den Haag Laan Van Noi station, which is closest to Rotterdam in Netherlands.

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