The average train between Leiden and Leeuwarden takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Leiden to Leeuwarden. 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 Leiden and Leeuwarden. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leiden is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Leeuwarden at 1:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leiden to Leeuwarden? 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 Leiden to Leeuwarden. However, there are services departing from Leiden station and arriving at Leeuwarden station via Leeuwarden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Leiden to Leeuwarden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Zuid station.
Leiden to Leeuwarden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Leeuwarden station.
Book your Leiden to Leeuwarden train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Leiden and Leeuwarden is 146 km. The road distance is 232 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Zuid to Leeuwarden hourly. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 2h 3m.