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

The cheapest way to get from Leiden to Zwolle is to train via Amsterdam which costs €14 - €35 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leiden to Zwolle is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €15 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Leiden and Zwolle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leiden Centraal and arriving at Zwolle. Services depart twice daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Leiden to Zwolle?

The distance between Leiden and Zwolle is 139 km. The road distance is 138.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Leiden to Zwolle without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs €15 - €35.

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

The train from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Leiden to Zwolle train from?

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

Where does the Leiden to Zwolle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leiden to Zwolle?

Yes, the driving distance between Leiden to Zwolle is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Leiden to Zwolle.

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

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Where can I stay near Zwolle?

There are 548+ hotels available in Zwolle.

Leiden to Zwolle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 365 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Leiden to Zwolle by train, car, or bus

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best
1. Take the train from Leiden Centraal to Zwolletrain Intercity
1h 30m
€15–35
Drive 138.6 km
1. Drive from Leiden to Zwollecar 138.6 km
1h 43m
€26–37
Train via Amsterdam
1. Take the train from Leiden Centraal to Amsterdam Zuidtrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Zwolletrain Intercity
1h 51m
€15–31
Line 365 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leiden, Groenoord to Schiphol, Airport/Plazabus 365
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Zwolletrain Intercity
2h 15m
€19–34

Leiden to Zwolle by train

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Distance: 138.6 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle twice daily. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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