The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord without transferring at least once.
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1932 · 199348:45 AM6h02Leiden Centraal2:47 PMParis Gare du Nord$1091One-way4 transfers
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1932 · 199348:44 AM6h03Leiden Centraal2:47 PMParis Gare du Nord$1561One-way4 transfers
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94228:16 AM3h26Leiden Centraal11:42 AMParis Gare du Nord$1571One-way1 transfer
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945011:44 AM4h29Leiden Centraal4:13 PMParis Gare du Nord$1951One-way2 transfers
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933410:16 AM3h22Leiden Centraal1:38 PMParis Gare du Nord$2191One-way1 transfer
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933410:16 AM3h22Leiden Centraal1:38 PMParis Gare du Nord$2191One-way1 transfer
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943410:16 AM3h22Leiden Centraal1:38 PMParis Gare du Nord$2191One-way1 transfer
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943410:14 AM3h24Leiden Centraal1:38 PMParis Gare du Nord$2871One-way1 transfer
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933410:14 AM3h24Leiden Centraal1:38 PMParis Gare du Nord$2191One-way1 transfer
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93228:16 AM3h26Leiden Centraal11:42 AMParis Gare du Nord$2191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$133 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $249 Average price | $132 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is $100 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $133 (€106).
A bus is $215 (€172) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $249 (€198).
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
You'll arrive about 1h 53m sooner (3h 18m by train vs 5h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $133 (€106) compared to roughly $132 (€105) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:45 AM Leiden Centraal | 5h32 | 1:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:58 AM Leiden Centraal | 3h37 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Leiden Centraal | 3h24 | 6:39 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord
Trains from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 15:15. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 7:16 AM |
Last train 3:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord trainsEurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden Centraal and Paris Gare du Nord from $22 (€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: Trains from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord 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 Paris Gare du Nord, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leiden Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord
- 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
- 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
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