- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
7 h 7 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leiden to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Paris will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 15 buses that leave Leiden for Paris on Fri, Jun 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 398 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 7 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.
1608
1612
1660
FlixBus
1613 · 1696
1608
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1660
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $259 Average price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Paris:
A bus is $119 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Paris costing on average $155 (€126).
A bus is $223 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Paris costing on average $259 (€211).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Bus takes on average 7h 37m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:17AM | Arrival Time 07:24AM | Duration 7h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:39AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 9h11 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Paris buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 9h05 | 4:55 PM Saint-Denis, Université | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 8h45 | 6:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1660 | 1:10 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 7h15 | 8:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 9h15 | 1:25 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 7h49 | 11:59 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 8h50 | 5:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 8h50 | 6:10 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 7h50 | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 8h45 | 6:25 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
1612 | 10:55 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 7h15 | 6:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 8h35 | 8:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
1608 | 12:17 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 7h07 | 7:24 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Leiden to Paris run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 7m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
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Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, famous for its inside-out architecture and strong international collection. A top choice for modern art fans.
A Hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, staircases, and cinematic city views. One of Paris’s most atmospheric walking areas.
A Historic neighborhood mixing elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets. Popular with both locals and visitors for wandering.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for grand urban scenery and flagship stores.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a neighborhood boulangerie.
The iconic Paris loaf with a crisp crust and chewy crumb, central to daily meals and protected by French baking tradition.
Classic onion soup enriched with stock and topped with bread and melted cheese, a long-standing Paris bistro favorite.
Luxury fine-dining restaurant at Le Bristol Paris, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional service, and elegant surroundings.
Well-known Saint-Germain bistro celebrated for polished classic French cooking in an intimate, bustling setting.
Established Paris bistro famous for steak frites and traditional seasonal dishes with a warm neighborhood feel.
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Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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