Explore Leiden to Haarlem by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Leiden to Haarlem aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train travel between Leiden and Haarlem: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Leiden to Haarlem:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$34.17

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 10 and a half months in advance.

Train times for travel between Leiden and Haarlem

If you are taking the train from Leiden to Haarlem, you will have 97 trains each day (with a departure every 9 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:50. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:42. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:20, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:42.

Average train travel time from Leiden to Haarlem

The quickest time by train is 19 minutes, travelling a total distance of 27 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Leiden and Haarlem

Tickets for travel between Leiden and Haarlem can be booked 10 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making the most of your Leiden to Haarlem travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Haarlem.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Leiden to Haarlem by train?

The train route from Leiden to Haarlem covers 27 kilometres.

What is the Leiden to Haarlem train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs US$34.17. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When can I start booking my Leiden to Haarlem train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 10 and a half months in advance.

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

The fastest jouney takes 19 minutes.