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

The cheapest way to get from Nijmegen to Leiden is to train which costs €16 - €35 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nijmegen to Leiden is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Nijmegen and Leiden?

No, there is no direct bus from Nijmegen station to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Nijmegen Centraal Station and arriving at Leiden, Groenoord via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Nijmegen and Leiden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nijmegen and arriving at Leiden Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Nijmegen to Leiden?

The distance between Nijmegen and Leiden is 146 km. The road distance is 121.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nijmegen to Leiden without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €16 - €35.

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

The train from Nijmegen to Leiden Centraal takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nijmegen to Leiden bus from?

Nijmegen to Leiden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nijmegen Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Nijmegen to Leiden train from?

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

Train or bus from Nijmegen to Leiden?

The best way to get from Nijmegen to Leiden is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 365 bus, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Nijmegen to Leiden bus arrive?

Nijmegen to Leiden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport station.

Where does the Nijmegen to Leiden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nijmegen to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Nijmegen to Leiden is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Nijmegen to Leiden.

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

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Nijmegen to Leiden - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 365 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nijmegen to Leiden by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Nijmegen to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
1h 45m
€16–35
Bus, line 365 bus
1. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Amsterdam Schiphol Airportbus 037
2. Take the bus from Schiphol, Airport/Plaza to Leiden, Groenoordbus 365
2h 41m
€17–26
Drive 121.1 km
1. Drive from Nijmegen to Leidencar 121.1 km
1h 33m
€22–32

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Distance: 146.1 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Nijmegen to Leiden Centraal hourly. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Leiden, Groenoord via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza in around 2h 41m.

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