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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Leiden University is to bus which costs €19 - €27 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Leiden University is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €50 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Leiden University?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Leiden University. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Leiden, Hogewoerd via Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Leiden University?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Leiden University. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Leiden Centraal via Rotterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Brussels to Leiden University?

The distance between Brussels and Leiden University is 177 km. The road distance is 172.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Leiden University without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €50 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Brussels to Leiden University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Leiden University bus from?

Brussels to Leiden University bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Leiden University train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brussels to Leiden University?

The best way to get from Brussels to Leiden University is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €50 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €27 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €310 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Brussels to Leiden University bus arrive?

Brussels to Leiden University bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at The Hague station.

Where does the Brussels to Leiden University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Leiden University?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Leiden University is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Brussels to Leiden University.

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

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Where can I stay near Leiden University?

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There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Leiden University 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
2h 4m
€55–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to The Haguebus 813 / ...
4h 30m
€19–26
Drive 172.9 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Leiden Universitycar 172.9 km
2h 5m
€32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
2h 46m
€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 49m
€31–50

Brussels to Leiden University by train and foot

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Distance: 177 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Leiden University via Rotterdam Centraal and Leiden Centraal in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to The Hague every 2 hours. Tickets cost €14–22 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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