Mainz to Leiden by train

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Overview: trains from Mainz to Leiden

Find the key information for travelling by train from Mainz to Leiden, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:01 View journey
Last train 23:45 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 4hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 357
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey £53.67 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 31m
Train operators 19

Discover Mainz to Leiden by train

Planning a train adventure from Mainz to Leiden? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Mainz and Leiden

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £53.67. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel from Mainz to Leiden

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 00:01 and the last departure is 23:45. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:01 and the last train leaves at 23:45. On average, a total of 16 trains make this journey each day.

How long is the train journey from Mainz to Leiden?

This journey covers a total of 357 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 4 hours and 52 minutes.

Booking Mainz to Leiden trains in advance

Booking your Mainz to Leiden tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Mainz and Leiden by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

More information on train travel from Mainz to Leiden

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Leiden city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Mainz to Leiden

Want to know more about your journey from Mainz to Leiden? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Mainz to Leiden covers 357 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.