The cheapest and fastest trains from Amersfoort to Leiden
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amersfoort to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amersfoort 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 1 trains that leave Amersfoort for Leiden on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amersfoort to Leiden
Trains from Amersfoort to Leiden run on average 111 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 111 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Intercity from Amersfoort to Leiden trainsIntercity trains will get you between Amersfoort and Leiden from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Amersfoort to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amersfoort to Leiden by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Amersfoort to Leiden
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant Dara
- Het Lokaal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- NH Amersfoort
- Mercure Hotel Amersfoort Centre
- Hotel de Tabaksplant
- Located in the main hall
- Approximately 6,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 4-7 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional services
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
- Located in the main hall
- 4720 places, some covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
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