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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Leiden
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from London to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Leiden will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £103.
Of the 2 ferries that leave London for Leiden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 12 Dec the direct ferries cover the 325 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for London to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 175 nautical miles (325 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £68 Average Price | £183 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Leiden Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Live departures
London to Leiden ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Leiden ferries for today, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 23:00 Harwich International Port | 8h00 | 07:00 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 12 December | |||||
| Stena Line | 09:00 Harwich International Port | 7h15 | 16:15 Port of Hoek van Holland | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from London to Leiden
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Ferries from London to Leiden run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 175 nautical miles (325 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Leiden are available to foot passengers.
Distance 175 nautical miles (325 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from London to LeidenYou can travel by ferry between London to Leiden with Stena Line for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: London to Leiden ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Leiden by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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