The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Leeuwarden
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
5 h 49 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Leeuwarden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Leeuwarden will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 5 trains that leave Paris for Leeuwarden every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 540 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Leeuwarden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 540 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£117 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Leeuwarden train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Leeuwarden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:25 Paris | 5h49 | 12:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Paris | 6h49 | 14:44 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:25 Paris | 6h19 | 14:44 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:55 Paris | 6h19 | 16:14 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:22 Paris | 6h22 | 18:44 Leeuwarden | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Leeuwarden
Trains from Paris to Leeuwarden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 540 km distance in 5h 49m.
Distance 540 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 49m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 22:46 |
Train companies: Eurostar, PKP Intercity from Paris to Leeuwarden trainsEurostar, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Paris and Leeuwarden from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris to Leeuwarden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Leeuwarden by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeuwarden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Leeuwarden
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Stationsweg.
- Brasserie Oranje
- Restaurant Wannee
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden
- Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café
- Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof
- Located in the main hall
- 252 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major Dutch cities
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