Groningen to Leiden train with Intercity

Wed, Nov 19
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Leiden

Showing times and prices for Nov 20

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Groningen to Leiden without transferring at least once.

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06:48AM2h34
Groningen
09:22AMLeiden
591One-way
1 transfer
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07:48AM2h34
Groningen
10:22AMLeiden
591One-way
1 transfer
NS
08:48AM2h34
Groningen
11:22AMLeiden
591One-way
1 transfer
NS
09:48AM2h34
Groningen
12:22PMLeiden
591One-way
1 transfer
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10:48AM2h34
Groningen
01:22PMLeiden
591One-way
1 transfer

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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Bus

€60

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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30m

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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.

Last updated at 1:41 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ntra_intercity5:19 AM Groningen
3h01
8:20 AM Leiden0 transfersDirect
ntra_intercity1:36 PM Groningen
2h53
4:29 PM Leiden0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Groningen to Leiden

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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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11

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.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a widely recognized brand for express train services that connect cities over longer distances, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \Intercity\" originated in the United Kingdom in 1966 with British Rail's electrification of the West Coast Main Line, becoming a brand for their main-line passenger routes. Today, Intercity services vary across Europe, with some countries like Switzerland offering modern, high-standard trains, while in others, they may be older compared to newer high-speed options. Many European countries use \"InterCity\" as an official brand name for regular, long-distance train services meeting specific speed and comfort criteria. For example, PKP Intercity is a major Polish rail operator connecting cities and tourist resorts within Poland and across Europe. Trenitalia's Intercity trains in Italy offer an affordable and widespread means of rail transport, connecting various cities and towns. These trains typically offer Standard and First Class services, with amenities like power sockets and sometimes catering."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
€31
Intercity frequency
181 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Groningen to Leiden can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Groningen to Leiden is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Groningen to Leiden is 2 h 34 min   to travel the 182 km long trip, with around there are 165 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Groningen to Leiden leaves at 01: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Groningen to Leiden leaves at 23: 58.
There are 165 trains a day from Groningen to Leiden which require at least one change with Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Groningen to Leiden you can take a train with Intercity. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Leiden from Groningen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

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.

A trip to Leiden from Groningen is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Groningen to Leiden is August.
You have options as you can travel from Groningen to Leiden 2 different ways: coach or train.

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