Day trip from Leiden to Amsterdam by train
Why visit Amsterdam for the day?
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £367.
Distance: 370 km
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£87 Average Price | £367 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Compare ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden
Compare the available ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden is a coach with an average price of £35.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden:
A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden costing on average £87.
A coach is £332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden costing on average £367.
The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 43m.
Other travel options to Leiden take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Coach takes on average 9h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Leiden including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (5h 0m by train vs 5h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £87 compared to roughly £73 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.
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How to get to Leiden from Frankfurt am Main by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
0:30 9h10 Frankfurt am Main 9:40 Leiden £24 1 One-way 0 changes
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0:30 9h10 Frankfurt am Main 9:40 Leiden £24 1 One-way 0 changes
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0:30 9h10 Frankfurt am Main 9:40 Leiden £24 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Leiden by train
The most popular day trips by train from Leiden are Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, Utrecht and Delft. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leiden on Omio.
Day trip from Leiden to The Hague by train
Why visit The Hague for the day?
The Hague is known as the seat of the Dutch government and a centre of international law. Its elegant streets, notable museums and the beach at Scheveningen give the city a formal yet relaxed character.
Day trip from Leiden to Rotterdam by train
Why visit Rotterdam for the day?
Rotterdam is a modern Dutch port city known for striking post-war architecture and a confident, creative feel. Landmarks such as the Erasmusbrug, Cube Houses and Markthal sit alongside a busy waterfront and lively cultural scene.
Day trip from Leiden to Utrecht by train
Why visit Utrecht for the day?
Utrecht is known for its canal wharves, medieval centre and the Dom Tower above a lively old city. Its large student population gives historic streets, cafés and museums an energetic but relaxed feel.
Day trip from Leiden to Delft by train
Why visit Delft for the day?
Delft is known for its blue-and-white pottery, canal-lined old centre and its connection to Vermeer. Historic churches and a strong TU Delft student presence give the city a calm but lively character.
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Leiden
Travel to Leiden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden.
There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Leiden including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden is a coach with an average price of £35.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden:
A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden costing on average £87.
A coach is £332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden costing on average £367.
The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 43m.
Other travel options to Leiden take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Coach takes on average 9h 25m.
The Frankfurt am Main to Leiden distance is approximately 370 km.
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden is:
- Around 41 flights per day.
- Around 18 coaches per day.
- Around 14 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Leiden as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden:
- Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
- Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Leiden Centraal.
- Coaches mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Den Haag, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa, KLM, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti, BA Cityflyer, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane to go to Leiden by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Leiden by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH to go to Leiden by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden with the following travel companies:
- 9 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti.
- 7 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Rotterdam, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leiden and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to Leiden, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Leiden, you can enjoy scenic boat tours along the Leiden Canals to admire historic architecture and charming streets. Visit the Naturalis Biodiversity Center for interactive exhibits on natural history, or explore Pieterskerk, a historic church known for its architecture and cultural events. Art enthusiasts can visit Museum De Lakenhal for Dutch Golden Age paintings and contemporary art. The vibrant Leiden Market offers local produce, flowers, and Dutch delicacies. For sights, explore the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden for ancient artifacts, Hortus Botanicus Leiden for its diverse plant species, and Leiden University for its historic buildings. Visit Molen de Valk, a traditional windmill and museum, and the Burcht van Leiden, a medieval fortress with panoramic city views.
To explore Leiden's historical sites, museums, and canals, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
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