The average train between Utrecht and Leiden University takes 38 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Utrecht to Leiden University. 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 every 30 minutes between Utrecht and Leiden University. The earliest departure is at 12:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Utrecht is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Leiden University at 12:32 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 38 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Utrecht station and arriving at Leiden University station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 38 min.
Utrecht to Leiden University train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.
Utrecht to Leiden University train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Leiden Lammenschans station.
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The distance between Utrecht and Leiden University is 44.1 km. The road distance is 48 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Leiden Lammenschans every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €5–11 and the journey takes 36 min.