4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Leiden
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Leiden will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 4 buses that leave Brussels for Leiden on Sat, Dec 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 146 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Leiden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Leiden buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h05 | 5:50 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 2h45 | 6:45 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h30 | 9:15 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h20 | 1:05 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h25 | 3:10 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1661 | 2:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 2h22 | 4:52 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h25 | 6:40 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h05 | 6:55 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h00 | 8:15 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:15 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 3h25 | 9:40 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 20 | |||||
| 12:48 AM Brussels | 2h46 | 3:34 AM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Bus from Brussels to Leiden
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Buses from Brussels to Leiden run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 146 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 146 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 22m |
First bus 00:17 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Brussels to LeidenYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Leiden with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Leiden by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Brussels, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Bruxelles, Gare du Nord and Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16). When arriving in Leiden, you can end your route in coach stations like Leiden Centraal, Leiden Lammenschans and Leiden.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), which is located around 2.7 miles (4.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leiden Centraal, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Leiden
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
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