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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Leverkusen
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€84
Average price
€84
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
213 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Leverkusen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Leverkusen will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Leiden to Leverkusen without transferring at least 2 times.
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02:58PM3h56
Leiden06:54PMLeverkusen
€841One-way
3 transfers
04:58PM3h56
Leiden08:54PMLeverkusen
€841One-way
3 transfers
06:58PM3h56
Leiden10:54PMLeverkusen
€841One-way
3 transfers
11:58PM7h56
Leiden07:54AMLeverkusen
€841One-way
3 transfers
02:45PM4h09
Leiden06:54PMLeverkusen
€851One-way
2 transfers
06:13PM2h59
Leiden09:12PMLeverkusen
€1121One-way
2 transfers
03:58PM3h14
Leiden07:12PMLeverkusen
€1161One-way
3 transfers
03:58PM3h14
Leiden07:12PMLeverkusen
€1121One-way
2 transfers
02:58PM3h56
Leiden06:54PMLeverkusen
€841One-way
3 transfers
04:58PM3h56
Leiden08:54PMLeverkusen
€841One-way
3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leiden to Leverkusen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Leverkusen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€97 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Leverkusen
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Leiden to Leverkusen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €84 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
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 €32
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 08:13 |
Last train 08:45 |
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 €32
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Leverkusen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Leverkusen from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
€84
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
16 a day
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leiden to Leverkusen
Leiden
Leverkusen
The major train station for departures in Leiden is Leiden Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leiden Centraal for your trip from Leiden to Leverkusen.
Leiden Centraal
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
9Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
Dining
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 4720 places, some covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
Public transit options for Leiden Centraal
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
The major train station for arrivals in Leverkusen is Leverkusen Mitte. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leverkusen Mitte for your journey to Leverkusen from Leiden.
Leverkusen Mitte
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 12:15 - 11:30 16:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:00 - 12:15 16:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:00 - 12:15 16:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:00 - 12:15 16:00
- Friday: 08:00 13:00 - 12:15 16:00
Dining
- Chinesische Mauer
- Ocak Basi
- Kulisse
- Arkade
Hotel
- Ibis Hotel Leverkusen
- Arkade
- Altstadt Hotel
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