TRAVEL INFORMATION

How to reach Leiden

Leiden is conveniently located in the heart of the Netherlands and thus easily accessible by plane, train, and car.

Schiphol Airport has direct flights to multiple major cities worldwide. Trains from Schiphol Airport to Leiden are frequent and 24/7.

For the latest information on train connections to and from Leiden main station (Leiden Centraal), check https://9292.nl/en (national) and https://www.nsinternational.com/ (international).

The conference venue is accessible by foot and bus from Leiden Centraal.
Walking distance is 12 min.
Bus connection via Line 45 (to Den Haag Centraal), Line 400 and 401 (to Zoetermeer). Travel information via https://9292.nl/en.

Please note, that public transport in the Netherlands is possible with debit card (NS FAQ). Simply scan your card to check-in and check-out.

Alternatively, for the full Dutch experience, rental bikes are available from different providers.
Cycling distance from Leiden Centraal to the conference venue at PLNT is 3 min. Cycling lanes and bike parking are widely available. The venue has its own bicycle parking spaces near the entrance and side of the building.

Parking space is generally limited (and expensive), especially in the streets and along the canals. Different car parks are available. For availability and prices, check the municipality homepage (parking place in Leiden). The closest options are parking garage Langegracht and parking garage Lammermarkt.