Copenhagen to Leiden train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Copenhagen to Leiden by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Copenhagen to Leiden take around 11 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 659 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Copenhagen is scheduled to depart at around  00:01. The last departure is usually at around 23:58 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Copenhagen at around 00:47, with the last train leaving at around 23:48. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$397.12.

We think any time is a great time to visit Leiden, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Leiden.

Is there a direct train from Copenhagen to Leiden?

The journey between Copenhagen and Leiden usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Copenhagen to Leiden?

The Copenhagen to Leiden train travel takes about 11 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Copenhagen to Leiden train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leiden leaving Copenhagen at around 00:01 and the last train leaving at around 23:58 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Copenhagen at around 00:47, with the final departure at 23:48.