Travel & Accommodation
Getting to Leiden and where to stay for Mac Admins Europe 2027
By Air & Rail
Schiphol connects straight to Leiden Central by train.
From the airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The closest and most convenient airport. Direct trains to Leiden Central Station run every 10-15 minutes.
- Amsterdam Schiphol
- ~15 minutes
- Train fare
- ~€10
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
A smaller alternative, especially for budget carriers. Take bus + train to Leiden.
- Rotterdam The Hague
- ~45 minutes
Direct connections
Leiden Central Station is well-connected to all major Dutch cities and international destinations.
- Amsterdam
- ~35 minutes
- Rotterdam
- ~30 minutes
- The Hague
- ~10 minutes
- Utrecht
- ~40 minutes
Train tip: Book tickets at ns.nl or use the NS app. Consider an OV-chipkaart for easy travel.
By Car
Leiden is easily accessible via the A4 and A44 motorways. Note that parking in the city center can be limited and expensive.
- Amsterdam
- ~40 km 30-45 min
- Rotterdam
- ~35 km 30-40 min
Parking tip: P+R facilities available at city edges
Where to Stay
Choose between walkable city-center stays, station convenience, and budget options.
The Venue
Leidse Schouwburg – Stadsgehoorzaal
Breestraat 60, 2311 CS Leiden, Netherlands