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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Leiden
Cheapest price
£179
Average price
£179
Fastest journey
15 h 27 m
Average duration
15 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Leiden will cost around £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £179.
Of the 1 trains that leave Budapest for Leiden every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1162 km distance in an average of 15 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 27 m 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.
7:4015h27Budapest23:07Leiden£1791One-way0 changes
- 7:4015h27Budapest23:07Leiden£1791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Budapest to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 1162 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£144 Average Price | £101 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 55m Average total duration 29h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budapest to Leiden train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Leiden trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 26736 | 9:40 Budapest-Deli | 23h05 | 8:45 Leiden Centraal | 9 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Hungarian Railways (MÁV) or ÖBB | Railjet to find the best option for your trip from Budapest to Leiden.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Leiden
Hungary
Netherlands
Trains from Budapest to Leiden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 1162 km distance in 15h 21m.
Distance 1162 km |
Average train duration 15h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 21m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet from Budapest to Leiden trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Budapest and Leiden from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Railjet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Leiden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Leiden by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Leiden
Most Budapest to Leiden trains use the Budapest Keleti to Leiden Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at De Vink. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Leiden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Leiden leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Which Leiden station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services
Leiden Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
Getting to De Vink from Leiden city centre
De Vink is 2 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
De Vink train station facilities and services
De Vink has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at De Vink.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at De Vink.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at De Vink: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at De Vink: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at De Vink.
Getting to Leiden Lammenschans from Leiden city centre
Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Lammenschans train station facilities and services
Leiden Lammenschans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
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