The cheapest and fastest buses from Ghent to Leiden
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ghent to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Leiden will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ghent for Leiden on Sat, Nov 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 134 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 45 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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 train and bus for Ghent to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ghent to Leiden bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Leiden buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:40 PM Ghent | 2h50 | 5:30 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Ghent | 2h35 | 9:25 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ghent to Leiden
Buses from Ghent to Leiden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 134 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Ghent to LeidenYou can travel by bus between Ghent to Leiden with FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ghent to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.

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