The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Leiden
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Leiden will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
It's difficult to get from Groningen to Leiden without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Groningen to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 183 km
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€60 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Groningen to Leiden train times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Leiden trains for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:19 AM Groningen | 3h01 | 8:20 AM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:36 PM Groningen | 2h53 | 4:29 PM Leiden | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Groningen to Leiden
Trains from Groningen to Leiden run on average 166 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 166 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Intercity from Groningen to Leiden trainsIntercity trains will get you between Groningen and Leiden from €11. 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 Groningen to Leiden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Groningen, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Leiden Centraal, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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