The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Leiden
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Leiden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Leiden will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
To travel from Paris to Leiden you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Leiden
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paris to Leiden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 398 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£123 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £161 Average Price |
3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Paris to Leiden train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Leiden trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:55 Paris | 4h16 | 18:11 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:25 Paris | 3h19 | 17:44 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:25 Paris | 3h19 | 18:44 Leiden | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
9315+ 2241 | 07:21 Paris Gare du Nord | 3h23 | 10:44 Leiden Centraal | 1 change | |
9321+ 2245 | 08:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 3h32 | 11:44 Leiden Centraal | 1 change | |
9423+ 9543+ 5040 | 08:50 Paris Gare du Nord | 4h13 | 13:03 Leiden Centraal | 2 changes | |
9327+ 2249 | 09:22 Paris Gare du Nord | 3h22 | 12:44 Leiden Centraal | 1 change | |
9335+ 9551+ 5048 | 10:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 4h12 | 15:03 Leiden Centraal | 2 changes | |
9435+ 9551+ 5048 | 10:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 4h12 | 15:03 Leiden Centraal | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Leiden
Trains from Paris to Leiden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 398 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 398 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Eurostar from Paris to Leiden trainsEurostar trains will get you between Paris and Leiden from £11. 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 Leiden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Leiden 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 Leiden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Leiden
- 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 - 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
- Located in the main hall
- 4720 places, some covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
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