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 Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, take the E metro from Rotterdam Centraal station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 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.

59min
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
    Rotterdam Centraal
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8000
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - E
    Wait for metro
    E
    Slinge
  • 6
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Leiden to Rotterdam by metro and train via IC and D

To get from Leiden to Rotterdam in Netherlands, take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, take the D metro from Rotterdam Centraal station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 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.

66min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Metro - D
Metro - D
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
    Rotterdam Centraal
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    De Akkers
  • 6
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    12 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 43.85 km, which can typically be travelled in 59 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Leiden to Rotterdam by metro and train via IC and D

To get from Leiden to Rotterdam in Netherlands, take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, take the D metro from Rotterdam Centraal station to Zuidplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 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.

66min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Metro - D
Metro - D
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
    Rotterdam Centraal
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    De Akkers
  • 6
    Ride to metro station Zuidplein
    Ride to metro station
    Zuidplein
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Train line IC, Metro line E.

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

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Train line IC, Metro line D.

  • 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 59 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Leiden Centraal station near Leiden to Vlissingen station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till Vlissingen 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 59 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 Vlissingen station, which is closest to Rotterdam in Netherlands.

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