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Leiden - Frankfurt Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

56 trains operate daily from Leiden to Frankfurt. The train trip from Leiden to Frankfurt is usually about 8 hours and 33 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 39 minutes.

Distance230 mi (370 km)
Fastest train5h 39m
Lowest price$35.52
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Leiden to Frankfurt?

2 train services operate from Leiden to Frankfurt am Main. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 50 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn509h 2m$100.92
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company137h 24m$103.83
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Leiden to Frankfurt start from $72, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Frankfurt am Main. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Leiden leaves from De Vink . And in Frankfurt am Main trains arrive at Frankfurt-Frankfurter Berg and one other train station.

    From Leiden to Frankfurt train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 24 minutes. If you are looking to get to Frankfurt am Main faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 39 minutes.

    If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 23 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Frankfurt am Main.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Leiden and Frankfurt is approximately 230 miles, or 370 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 39 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 departing from Leiden to Frankfurt tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Leiden at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 56 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 Frankfurt to Leiden.

City Information

Frankfurt

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Frankfurt - DEFRT-1

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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.

Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.

Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.

The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Leiden?

Main departure station: De Vink

There is one train station in Leiden.

All train stations in Leiden:

  • De Vink

Where is the train station in Frankfurt?

Main arrival station: Frankfurt-Frankfurter Berg

Frankfurt receives travelers from Leiden at its two active train stations.

All train stations in Frankfurt:

  • Frankfurt-Frankfurter Berg

  • Frankfurt-Mainkur

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