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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Leiden is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Leiden is to train via Amsterdam which takes 2h 31m and costs €27 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Leiden?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Groningen central station and arriving at Leiden, Groenoord via Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Leiden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Groningen and arriving at Leiden Centraal. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Groningen to Leiden?

The distance between Groningen and Leiden is 243 km. The road distance is 215.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Leiden without a car is to train via Amsterdam which takes 2h 31m and costs €27 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Groningen to Leiden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Leiden bus from?

Groningen to Leiden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Leiden train from?

Groningen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Groningen station.

Train or bus from Groningen to Leiden?

The best way to get from Groningen to Leiden is to train via Amsterdam which takes 2h 31m and costs €27 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 4h.

Where does the Groningen to Leiden bus arrive?

Groningen to Leiden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Groningen to Leiden train arrive?

Groningen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Zuid station.

Can I drive from Groningen to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Leiden is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Groningen to Leiden.

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

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Where can I stay near Leiden?

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There are 5 ways to get from Groningen to Leiden by train, bus, or car

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Train via Amsterdam
best
1. Take the train from Groningen to Amsterdam Zuidtrain Intercity
2h 31m
€27–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N1399 / ...
4h
€27–43
Drive 215.8 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Leidencar 215.8 km
2h 31m
€39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Groningen to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
2h 34m
€27–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Emmeloord, Busstationbus 315
2. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Leiden Centraaltrain Sprinter
4h 40m
€35–50

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Distance: 242.6 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Leiden, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Amsterdam Zuid hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–26 and the journey takes 2h 10m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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