London to Leiden by train

London to Leiden train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from London to Leiden take around 3 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 324 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around  06:04. The last departure is usually at around 19:34 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave London at around 06:57, with the last train leaving at around 19:34. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €72.84.

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 London to Leiden?

The journey between London and Leiden usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from London to Leiden every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

The London to Leiden train travel takes about 3 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Leiden train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Leiden leaving London at around 06:04 and the last train leaving at around 19:34 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves London at around 06:57, with the final departure at 19:34.