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Trip Overview

The average train between London and Leiden takes 4h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from London 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.

4h 13m
Duration
547 km
Distance
€107
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

London to Leiden train times

Trains run 4 times a day between London and Leiden. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from London is at 6:04 PM which arrives into Leiden at 2:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7h 32m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 59m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 11m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from London 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.

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  • Distance: 546.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between London, England and Leiden, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from London St. Pancras Int. to Rotterdam Centraal 4 times a day. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 6 times a week.

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