Easily accessible

By public transport or own transportation

Leiden is ideally situated just a stone's throw from major cities like The Hague and Amsterdam; and near the coast, Keukenhof and the Green Heart of Holland. If you are arriving by public transport, the city centre is just a few steps from Leiden Central station. Or you can take the bus or a taxi to the coast or other places in the region. For those who prefer to come by car, it is easy to park in Leiden.

Public transport
Public transport

Leiden is easy to reach by public transport. The city centre is just a few steps from Leiden Central station. The Hague is ten minutes away by train, and Amsterdam thirty-five minutes. The bus station is right in front of Leiden Central station and there are many routes serving the city and the region.

Public transport
Bicycle
Bicycle

Leiden is a real cycling city and is easily accessible for cyclists. You can also rent bicycles at some places, such as at the station. In the center you can park your bicycle for free in the Waag parking, with entrances at Breestraat and Aalmarkt. This shed has room for 880 bicycles and is supervised.

By bike
Car
Car

Located between the A4 and A44 highways, Leiden is easily accessible by car. There are more than three thousand parking spaces in a circle around the historic heart, spread over various parking garages and parking areas.

Parking in Leiden
Coaches
Coaches

Leiden is an ideal city for groups. A historic city center, boat tours, many museums and parking locations for coaches in and around the city center.

Coaches in Leiden