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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Leiden University is to train which costs €4 - €9 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Leiden University is to drive which takes 28 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Leiden University?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Leiden University. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Leiden, Hogewoerd via Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Leiden University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Leiden Centraal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Leiden University?

The distance between Rotterdam and Leiden University is 40 km. The road distance is 35.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Leiden University without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs €4 - €9.

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

The train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraal takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Rotterdam to Leiden University bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Leiden University?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Leiden University is to train which takes 48 min and costs €4 - €9. Alternatively, you can bus and line 45 bus, which costs €6 - €9 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Leiden University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Leiden University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Leiden University?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Leiden University is 35 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Rotterdam to Leiden University.

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

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Where can I stay near Leiden University?

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There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Leiden University by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
48 min
€4–9
Bus, line 45 bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to The Haguebus FlixBus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal to Leiden, Hogewoerdbus 45
1h 30m
€7–9
Drive 35.4 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Leiden Universitycar 35.4 km
28 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotterdam to Leiden Universitytaxi 35.4 km
28 min
€120–150

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Leiden University, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €4–9 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Leiden University via The Hague, Den Haag, Den Haag Centraal, and Leiden, Hogewoerd in around 1h 30m.

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