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

The cheapest way to get from Schiphol to Leiden is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Schiphol to Leiden is to drive which takes 25 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Schiphol and Leiden?

No, there is no direct bus from Schiphol to Leiden station. However, there are services departing from Schiphol, Zuideinde and arriving at Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Schiphol to Leiden?

The distance between Schiphol and Leiden is 37 km. The road distance is 30.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Schiphol to Leiden without a car is to line 180 bus and train which takes 51 min and costs €6 - €12.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Schiphol to Leiden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schiphol to Leiden bus from?

Schiphol to Leiden bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Schiphol, Zuideinde station.

Where does the Schiphol to Leiden bus arrive?

Schiphol to Leiden bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Schiphol, Airport station.

Can I drive from Schiphol to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Schiphol to Leiden is 30 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Schiphol to Leiden.

Where can I stay near Leiden?

There are 1859+ hotels available in Leiden.

Schiphol to Leiden - 4 ways to travel via train, line 180 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 180 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Schiphol, Zuideinde to Schiphol, Airportbus 180 / ...
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
51 min
€7–12
Drive 30.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Schiphol to Leidencar 30.5 km
25 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Schiphol to Leidentaxi 30.5 km
25 min
€80–100
Line 180 bus, line 365 bus
1. Take the bus from Schiphol, Zuideinde to Schiphol, Airportbus 180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Schiphol, Airport/Plaza to Leiden, Station Leiden Centraalbus 365
1h 38m
€11–14

Schiphol to Leiden by bus and train

615Weekly Services

51 minAverage Duration

€7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 37.5 km
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a bus from Schiphol, Zuideinde to Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal via Schiphol, Airport and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza in around 1h 38m.

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