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Trip Summary
You can pick from 25 daily train trips between Leverkusen and Leiden. The average train journey from Leverkusen to Leiden takes 4 hours and 59 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 4 hours and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 12m |
| Lowest price | €20.41 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Leverkusen to Leiden?
2 train services operate from Leverkusen to Leiden. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 14 | 4h 49m | €54.01 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 15 | 5h 10m | €56.84 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Leverkusen to Leiden start from €20, and on average cost . Daily there are 15 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leiden. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Leverkusen leaves from Opladen and one other station. And in Leiden trains arrive at De Vink .
From Leverkusen to Leiden train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leiden faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 12 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 48 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Leiden.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Leverkusen and Leiden is approximately 133 miles, or 214 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 12 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Leverkusen to Leiden are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Leverkusen at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 25 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Leiden to Leverkusen.
City Information
Leverkusen
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Leverkusen is a small city in the west of Germany. This comparatively young city owes much of its growth to the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.
Although Leverkusen may not be on your radar, what puts this city on the map is the BayArena. Around 30,000 football fans gather at the arena to watch Bayer Leverkusen play, and daily tours are available for those who arrive when it's not a match day.
Another popular attraction in the city is the impressive Japanese Gardens. You'll quickly forget which continent you're in while you stroll through these serene gardens with koi ponds, small wooden bridges, Japanese maple trees, and lanterns. The tea pavilion in the center makes for great photos, especially when the surrounding trees blossom.
If you're in town to shop, visit the vast Rathaus-Galerie mall to indulge in shopping the German and international brands and dining at one of the many cafes and restaurants.
Leverkusen is located close to two international airports, Cologne-Bonn and Dusseldorf. High-speed trains run to these cities, and slower regional trains offer connections to Leverkusen. Other destinations throughout Europe are accessible via rail or intercity bus, so continuing from Leverkusen to Brussels or Amsterdam is a piece of cake.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Leverkusen?
Main departure station: Opladen
There are two stations in Leverkusen where you can board the train to Leiden.
All train stations in Leverkusen:
Opladen
Leverkusen-Rheindorf
Where is the train station in Leiden?
Main arrival station: De Vink
Leiden has one train station.
Train stations in Leiden:
De Vink
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