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

The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Leiden start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Leiden?

The average train journey time from Utrecht to Leiden is 1h, covering a distance of 40 km. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen .

Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Leiden route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1477 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Utrecht to Leiden departs at 00:04. And the latest train departs at 23:56.

Train Utrecht to Leiden from €12

Next train departures

Next departures from Utrecht to Leiden on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Vleuten	32m	16:47	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Cheapest
Train	16:15	Vleuten	32m	16:47	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Fastest
Train	16:16	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	46m	17:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	16:16	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	46m	17:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	16:46	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	46m	17:32	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Utrecht to Leiden on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:04	Vleuten	58m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Vleuten	32m	07:17	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	06:08	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	54m	07:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Utrecht to Leiden on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:04	Vleuten	58m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Vleuten	32m	07:17	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	06:08	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	54m	07:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Utrecht to Leiden on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:04	Vleuten	58m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Vleuten	32m	07:17	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	06:08	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	54m	07:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Utrecht to Leiden on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:04	Vleuten	58m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Vleuten	32m	07:17	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	07:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	06:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	07:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	06:52	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	07:32	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Utrecht to Leiden on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:04	Vleuten	58m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Cheapest
Train	00:26	Utrecht Central Station	36m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	00:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	01:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags
Train	07:22	Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn Train Station	40m	08:02	Leiden Lammenschans Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Utrecht to Leiden

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leiden. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage duration

44 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Train	Average price€20 - €32	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€6 - €6	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg 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 €20

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utrecht to Leiden 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 Utrecht to Leiden?
The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Leiden start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Leiden?
The average train journey time from Utrecht to Leiden is 1h, covering a distance of 40 km. The fastest train gets you there in 32m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Leiden route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1477 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Utrecht to Leiden?
The earliest train from Utrecht to Leiden departs at 00:04. And the latest train departs at 23:56.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/01

€12

25/01

€12

Today

€12

27/01

€12

28/01

€12

29/01

€12

30/01

€12

31/01

€12

The cheapest trip from Utrecht to Leiden was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €12

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

You can expect to pay from €12 to €29 for a train ticket from Utrecht to Leiden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €12, which is on 2026-01-27.