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How to get from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle by bus and train?

From Leiden Centraal to Zwolle by bus and train

To get from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Leiden Centraal station to Amsterdam Zuid station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 41 bus from Zwolle, Station station to Zwolle, Emmawijk/Centrum station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Leiden Centraal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zwolle on the Moovit app.

110min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4141
Walk to Zwolle
Leaves from Leiden Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leiden Centraal
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Zuid
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zwolle, Station
    70 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Zwartsluis
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Zwolle, Emmawijk/Centrum
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Zwolle
    Walk to
    Zwolle
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle

The distance between Leiden Centraal and Zwolle is approximately 140.99 km, which can typically be travelled in 110 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Zwolle – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle

To check the bus and train schedule from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leiden Centraal) and destination (Zwolle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle?

    The fastest way takes 110 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 41.

  • Is there a direct train between Leiden Centraal and Zwolle?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle?

    The IC train line goes from Amsterdam Zuid station near Leiden Centraal in Leiden to Zwolle station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Zwolle station near Zwolle.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leiden Centraal to Zwolle by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Leiden Centraal and Zwolle by train and bus is about 1 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Leiden Centraal to get to Zwolle?

    Get on the IC train from the Amsterdam Zuid station near Leiden Centraal in Leiden.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leiden Centraal and Zwolle?

    Get off the train at the Zwolle stop, which is closest to Zwolle.

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