What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Leiden?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Leiden is to bus and line 45 bus which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Leiden?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Leiden is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs €55 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Leiden?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Brussels - Midi Train Station and arriving at Leiden, Hogewoerd via Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Leiden?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Leiden Centraal via Rotterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Brussels to Leiden?

The distance between Brussels and Leiden is 176 km. The road distance is 172.7 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Leiden without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Leiden without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs €55 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Leiden?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Brussels to Leiden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Leiden bus from?

Brussels to Leiden bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Brussels - Midi Train Station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Leiden train from?

Brussels to Leiden train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels to Leiden?

The best way to get from Brussels to Leiden is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs €55 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 45 bus, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 36m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €310 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Brussels to Leiden bus arrive?

Brussels to Leiden bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at The Hague station.

Where does the Brussels to Leiden train arrive?

Brussels to Leiden train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Leiden is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Brussels to Leiden.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Leiden?

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Where can I stay near Leiden?

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Brussels to Leiden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 45 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Leiden by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
1h 50m
€56–92
Bus, line 45 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to The Haguebus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal to Leiden, Hogewoerdbus 45
3h 36m
€17–25
Drive 172.7 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Leidencar 172.7 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
2h 24m
€125–309
Train via Brussels-North
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
2h 35m
€32–49

Brussels to Leiden by train

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Distance: 175.8 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Leiden, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Leiden Centraal via Rotterdam Centraal in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Leiden, Hogewoerd via The Hague and Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal in around 3h 36m.

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