The average train between Groningen and Leiden takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Groningen to Leiden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Groningen and Leiden. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Groningen is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Leiden at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Groningen to Leiden? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Groningen station and arriving at Leiden station via Amsterdam Zuid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Groningen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Groningen station.
Groningen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Zuid station.
Book your Groningen to Leiden train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Groningen and Leiden is 182.9 km. The road distance is 243 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Amsterdam Zuid hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h. Arriva NL also services this route once a week.