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Dordrechts Museum
Leading city museum with Dutch paintings, period rooms and local history. A strong introduction to Dordrecht’s artistic and mercantile past.
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Overview: Train from Leiden to Dordrecht
NetherlandsNetherlands
Trains from Leiden to Dordrecht run on average 20 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 51m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: NS Domestic from Leiden to Dordrecht trainsNS Domestic trains will get you between Leiden and Dordrecht from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS Domestic
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
51m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
£13
NS Domestic frequency
20 a day
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Things to do in Dordrecht
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- Recommended
Hof van Nederland
Museum in a former monastery focused on Dutch independence and Dordrecht’s political history. Interactive displays suit a wide range of visitors.
- Recommended
Huis Van Gijn
House museum in Simon van Gijn’s former residence, filled with historic interiors, toys and decorative arts from the nineteenth century.
- Must visit
Groothoofd
Waterside point where three rivers meet, with broad views, historic buildings and a lively atmosphere for a walk or boat watching.
- Recommended
Voorstraat
Long shopping street lined with monuments, canals and independent shops. It is one of the best areas for exploring Dordrecht on foot.
- Recommended
Wijnhaven
Historic harbour area with old warehouses, bridges and moored boats. A picturesque local favourite for wandering and photography.
Erwtensoep (Snert)
A thick Dutch pea soup with split peas, pork and smoked sausage. A winter staple across the Netherlands, often eaten with rye bread in colder months.
- Vegetarian
Poffertjes
Small Dutch pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. Traditional at pancake houses and markets, and especially popular as a comforting sweet treat.
- Vegetarian
Appeltaart
A baked Dutch apple tart with a buttery crust, spiced apples and often raisins. A classic café cake found throughout Dordrecht and South Holland.
Villa Augustus
Stylish waterside restaurant known for modern French and Dutch dishes in a refined but relaxed setting near Dordrecht’s historic centre.
Post
Well-known city-centre restaurant serving seasonal European dishes and seafood in an elegant historic setting with a long local reputation.
Pannenkoekenhuis Visser's Poffertjessalon
Popular Dutch pancake house ideal for trying poffertjes and pannenkoeken in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere close to the old town.
Euro (€)
Dordrecht is moderate by Dutch standards: hotels and dining cost more than budget cities, but local transport and casual meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- $null
- Day pass
- €16.50
To the city centre
Dordrecht station -> Dordrecht city centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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FAQs: Leiden to Dordrecht train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Dordrecht 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 Dordrecht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Leiden to Dordrecht can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Leiden to Dordrecht covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 51m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Leiden to Dordrecht is 41 km.
The first train from Leiden to Dordrecht leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Leiden to Dordrecht departs at 23:58.
Trains from Leiden to Dordrecht run approximately 20 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leiden to Dordrecht.
Yes, there is a direct train between Leiden and Dordrecht. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by NS Domestic.
There is no night train service from Leiden to Dordrecht.
The train station in Leiden that goes to Dordrecht is Leiden Centraal, and it arrives at Dordrecht station.
Booking trains from Leiden to Dordrecht in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leiden to Dordrecht offers a mixture of urban and rural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of traditional Dutch countryside, canals, and charming towns, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, you can take the train from Leiden to Dordrecht.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leiden and Dordrecht
Most Leiden to Dordrecht trains use the Leiden Centraal to Dordrecht station pair, with some services arriving at Dordrecht Stadspolders. Use this guide to compare Leiden and Dordrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leiden
Arrival train stations in Dordrecht
Which Leiden station do trains to Dordrecht leave from?
Trains from Leiden to Dordrecht leave from Leiden Centraal. The station is 1 km from Leiden city centre at Stationsplein 3, 2312 AJ Leiden, Netherlands.
Leiden CentraalStationsplein 3, 2312 AJ Leiden, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155
City-centre transport
Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus45 · 6m · £2 · every ~7 min
54, 1, 2, 3, 4, 169 · 7m · £3 · every ~24 min
54, 56, 3, 4 · 9m · £4 · every ~16 min
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.
Leiden LammenschansCentral Facility Building, 2311 VV Leiden, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Leiden Lammenschans from Leiden city centre
Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus1, 2 · 4m · £3 · every ~7 min
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.
Which Dordrecht station do trains from Leiden arrive at?
Trains from Leiden to Dordrecht most often arrive at Dordrecht. Some services arrive at Dordrecht Stadspolders, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Dordrecht arrival station.
DordrechtStationsplein 1, 3311 JW Dordrecht, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155
City-centre transport
Getting to Dordrecht from Dordrecht city centre
Bus3, 4, 5, 10, 13, 14 · 2m · £3 · every ~21 min
Dordrecht train station facilities and services
Dordrecht 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 Post, De Stroper
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dordrecht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Dordrecht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dordrecht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dordrecht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dordrecht: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Villa Augustus, Bellevue Groothoofd Hotel Culinair, Hotel Dordrecht.
Dordrecht Stadspolders3315 XB Dordrecht, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Dordrecht Stadspolders from Dordrecht city centre
Dordrecht Stadspolders is 3 km from Dordrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainStoptrein · 3m · every ~7 min
Bus3, 5 · 17m · £4 · every ~12 min
Dordrecht Stadspolders train station facilities and services
Dordrecht Stadspolders has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dordrecht Stadspolders.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dordrecht Stadspolders.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dordrecht Stadspolders: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dordrecht Stadspolders.
Dordrecht Zuid3318 Dordrecht, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Dordrecht Zuid from Dordrecht city centre
Dordrecht Zuid is 2 km from Dordrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSprinter · 3m · £1 · every ~8 min
BusTaxibus ipv trein · 5m · every ~1 min
5 · 6m · £3 · every ~7 min
Dordrecht Zuid train station facilities and services
Dordrecht Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dordrecht Zuid.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dordrecht Zuid.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dordrecht Zuid: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dordrecht Zuid: Bike Parking.
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