How much does a train ticket cost from Leiden to Rotterdam?

The cheapest train tickets from Leiden to Rotterdam start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leiden to Rotterdam?

The average train journey time from Leiden to Rotterdam is 52m, covering a distance of 19 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 29m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen .

Which train operators serve the Leiden to Rotterdam route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1066 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leiden to Rotterdam?

The earliest train from Leiden to Rotterdam departs at 00:01. And the latest train departs at 23:58.

Train Leiden to Rotterdam from £8

Next train departures

Next departures from Leiden to Rotterdam on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:02	Voorschoten Train Station	1h 10m	07:12	Rotterdam Centraal	Cheapest
Train	06:51	De Vink	53m	07:44	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Train	06:23	Leiden Central Station	1h 52m	08:15	Rotterdam Blaak	No tags
Train	06:23	Leiden Central Station	1h 52m	08:15	Rotterdam Blaak	No tags
Train	06:29	Leiden Central Station	1h 53m	08:22	Rotterdam Blaak	No tags

Next departures from Leiden to Rotterdam on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:05	Voorschoten Train Station	43m	00:48	Rotterdam Centraal	Cheapest
Train	00:16	Leiden Central Station	32m	00:48	Rotterdam Centraal	Fastest
Train	00:16	Leiden Central Station	32m	00:48	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	00:46	Leiden Central Station	33m	01:19	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags
Train	00:46	Leiden Central Station	33m	01:19	Rotterdam Centraal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leiden to Rotterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rotterdam. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

30mAverage duration

17 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price£14 - £19	Average duration52m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.3

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen ticket prices on this trip start at £14

NL train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leiden to Rotterdam by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Leiden to Rotterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Leiden to Rotterdam start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leiden to Rotterdam?
The average train journey time from Leiden to Rotterdam is 52m, covering a distance of 19 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 29m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators serve the Leiden to Rotterdam route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1066 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leiden to Rotterdam?
The earliest train from Leiden to Rotterdam departs at 00:01. And the latest train departs at 23:58.

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The cheapest trip from Leiden to Rotterdam was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leiden to Rotterdam as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £18 for a train ticket from Leiden to Rotterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-16.