1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
5 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
6 h 6 m
Trains on 13 Sept
7
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Leiden will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 7 trains from Hamburg to Leiden, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 403 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 43 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £190.
Distance: 403 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £190 Average Price | £79 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Leiden:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Leiden costing on average £79.
A coach is £154 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Leiden costing on average £190.
Other travel options to Leiden take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 29m.
Coach takes on average 7h 20m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (5h 29m by train vs 5h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £79 compared to roughly £79 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Leiden trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:45 Hamburg | 5h52 | 10:37 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:45 Hamburg | 5h52 | 11:37 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:42 Hamburg | 6h01 | 12:43 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:23 Hamburg | 6h59 | 14:22 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:42 Hamburg | 6h01 | 13:43 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Hamburg | 6h43 | 14:28 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 Hamburg | 6h43 | 15:28 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hamburg to Leiden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:33 |
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Discover the best of Leiden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leiden trip today.
Museum of antiquities with Egyptian, Greek and Roman treasures, clear interpretation and strong temporary exhibitions.
Fine art museum in a former cloth hall, with Old Masters, modern works and strong links to Leiden painters.
Major ethnology museum with global collections, thoughtful exhibitions and family-friendly displays on world cultures.
The Netherlands’ oldest botanical garden, prized for historic greenhouses, rare plants and a peaceful city-centre setting.
Historic canal street with bridges, warehouses and inviting waterside walks, popular for its classic Leiden atmosphere.
Tree-lined canal walk on Leiden’s old fortifications, ideal for strolling past gates, water views and historic buildings.
Spiced biscuit from nearby Leiden, flavoured with cinnamon and cloves. It is a classic regional bakery treat with roots in local trading history.
Firm cow's milk cheese from Leiden, traditionally seasoned with cumin. It is one of the city's best-known historic foods and a classic Dutch market buy.
Creamy mashed potatoes mixed with carrots and onions, often served in Dutch homes. It is a comforting traditional meal popular across Leiden and the region.
Historic waterside restaurant known for French-Dutch dishes and a refined but relaxed atmosphere in central Leiden.
Long-running Leiden favourite for generous pancakes in a warm, traditional setting close to the historic centre.
Stylish restaurant by the water serving seasonal French-influenced cooking in an elegant converted industrial setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Dutch towns, but local buses, trains and supermarket food help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

Most Hamburg to Leiden trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Leiden Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Leiden Lammenschans. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Leiden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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 options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona 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 options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Lammenschans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
ATMs are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Parking, WC.
Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Lammenschans.
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