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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Copenhagen
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €180
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €223
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 11 h 50 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 12 h 23 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 6
- Distance
- 657 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Copenhagen will cost around €223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €180.
It's difficult to get from Leiden to Copenhagen without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 2220 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020 · RJ 3829:17 AM 12h21 Leiden Centraal 9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station €180 1 One-way 3 transfers- IC 824 · IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020
9:48 AM 11h50 Leiden Centraal 9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station €180 1 One-way 4 transfers - IC 741 · RE RS23 · 20373 · ICE 610
11:44 AM 12h01 Leiden Centraal 11:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station €233 1 One-way 4 transfers - IC 831 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 · S3
9:14 AM 13h00 Leiden Centraal 10:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station €248 1 One-way 7 transfers - IC 839 · RE RS23 · ICE 147 · S5
11:14 AM 13h28 Leiden Centraal 12:42 AM Copenhagen Central Station €248 1 One-way 7 transfers
- IC 824 · IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020
9:48 AM 11h50 Leiden Centraal 9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station €180 1 One-way 4 transfers - IC 741 · RE RS23 · 20373 · ICE 610
11:44 AM 12h01 Leiden Centraal 11:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station €233 1 One-way 4 transfers - IC 2220 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020 · RJ 382
9:17 AM 12h21 Leiden Centraal 9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station €180 1 One-way 3 transfers - IC 2128 · ICE 147 · ECE 392+
8203011:03 AM 12h42 Leiden Centraal 11:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station €248 1 One-way 3 transfers - IC 831 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 · S3
9:14 AM 13h00 Leiden Centraal 10:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station €248 1 One-way 7 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Copenhagen
Netherlands
Denmark
Trains from Leiden to Copenhagen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €33 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 657 km distance in 9h 49m.
Distance 657 km |
Average train duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 49m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Leiden to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Copenhagen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 831 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 · S3 | 9:14 AM Leiden Centraal | 13h00 | 10:14 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 7 transfers | |
| IC 2220 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020 · RJ 382 | On time 9:17 AM Leiden Centraal | 12h21 | 9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 824 · IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1020 | On time 9:48 AM Leiden Centraal | 11h50 | 9:38 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
| IC 2128 · ICE 147 · ECE 392+82030 | 11:03 AM Leiden Centraal | 12h42 | 11:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 839 · RE RS23 · ICE 147 · S5 | 11:14 AM Leiden Centraal | 13h28 | 12:42 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 7 transfers | |
| IC 741 · RE RS23 · 20373 · ICE 610 | On time 11:44 AM Leiden Centraal | 12h01 | 11:45 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 4 transfers | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leiden and Copenhagen
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Copenhagen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leiden to Copenhagen
Most Leiden to Copenhagen trains use the Leiden Centraal to København Hovedb. station pair, with some services arriving at Vesterport st. Use this guide to compare Leiden and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leiden station do trains to Copenhagen leave from?
Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services
Leiden Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
Which Copenhagen station do trains from Leiden arrive at?
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Vesterport st train station facilities and services
Vesterport st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Vesterport st.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Vesterport st.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vesterport st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vesterport st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vesterport st.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Cab Inn Scandinavia.
Most popular train connections from Leiden
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