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Four ways to Travel from Leiden to Utrecht

Composite routes from Leiden to Utrecht

Cheapest
44 min
Car
56 km.
from $3
Other
44 min
Train
56 km.
from €22.32
44 min
Rideshare
56 km.
from $3.04
1 h 9 min
Train, Bus
38 km.
from $25.43

Transport providers

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Leiden Centraal to Utrecht
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.47–$29.31
Train from Leiden Lammenschans to Utrecht
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.78–$23.91

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leiden to Utrecht
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.00

Bus operators

Syntus Utrecht

Website:
syntusutrecht.nl/en-gb/
Bus from Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde to Utrecht,
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$2.93

U-Ov

Phone:
0900 - 5252241
Website:
u-ov.info/
Bus from Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde to Utrecht,
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.61–$3.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Leiden to Utrecht?

The cheapest way to get from Leiden to Utrecht is to rideshare which costs $5.12 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leiden to Utrecht?

The fastest way to get from Leiden to Utrecht is to train which takes 40 min and costs $9.78 - $25 .

Is there a direct train between Leiden and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leiden Centraal and arriving at Utrecht Centraal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Leiden to Utrecht?

The distance between Leiden and Utrecht is 49 km. The road distance is 55.8 km.

How do I travel from Leiden to Utrecht without a car?

The best way to get from Leiden to Utrecht without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs $9.78 - $25 .

How long does it take to get from Leiden to Utrecht?

The train from Leiden Centraal to Utrecht Centraal takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leiden to Utrecht train from?

Leiden to Utrecht train services, operated by NS, depart from Leiden Centraal station.

Where does the Leiden to Utrecht train arrive?

Leiden to Utrecht train services, operated by NS, arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Leiden to Utrecht?

Yes, the driving distance between Leiden to Utrecht is 56 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Leiden to Utrecht.

How do I get a train ticket from Leiden to Utrecht?

Book your Leiden to Utrecht train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Utrecht?

There are 531+ hotels available in Utrecht. Prices start at $57.26 per night.

Can I share a ride from Leiden to Utrecht?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leiden and Utrecht. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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