The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Leiden
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Leiden will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 3 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Leiden every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.
8:523h30Düsseldorf12:22Leiden£401One-way0 changes
8:483h44Düsseldorf12:32Leiden£461One-way0 changes
7:483h44Düsseldorf11:32Leiden£531One-way0 changes
8:523h30Düsseldorf12:22Leiden£401One-way0 changes
8:483h44Düsseldorf12:32Leiden£461One-way0 changes
7:483h44Düsseldorf11:32Leiden£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £135.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£49 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £286 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Leiden train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf 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 |
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![]() | 7:48 Düsseldorf | 4h14 | 12:02 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:48 Düsseldorf | 3h44 | 12:32 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Düsseldorf to Leiden by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Leiden
Trains from Düsseldorf to Leiden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Düsseldorf to Leiden trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Leiden from £8. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Leiden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf and Leiden
Most Düsseldorf to Leiden trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Leiden Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Leiden Lammenschans. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Leiden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Leiden leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Leiden station do trains from Düsseldorf 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 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.
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.
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