How to travel from Leiden to Paris

There are 3 options to travel between Leiden and Paris including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Leiden to Paris is a bus with an average price of $49.

This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Paris:

A bus is $50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Paris costing on average $98.

A bus is $541 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Paris costing on average $589.

The fastest way to travel from Leiden to Paris is by train with an average journey time of 4h 8m.

Other travel options to Paris take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 9m.

Bus takes on average 8h 19m.

The distance from Leiden to Paris is approximately 247 miles (398 km).

The average frequency per day from Leiden to Paris is:

• Around 61 flights per day.
• Around 13 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leiden and Paris as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leiden to Paris:

• Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Leiden Centraal and arrive in Paris Gare du Nord.
• Buses mostly depart from Den Haag, Centraal Station and arrive in Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leiden to Paris, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Paris by bus.
• Travel with Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, TGV, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn to go to Paris by train.
• Travel with KLM, Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, ITA, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Transavia France, Edelweiss Air, Egypt Air, BA Cityflyer, Air Dolomiti, Norwegian Air Shuttle to go to Paris by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Leiden to Paris with the following travel companies:

• 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
• 0 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
• 21 direct flights per day with KLM, Air France, Transavia France.

Omio customers who travel from Leiden to Paris often also extend their vacation to go to London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Brussels, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Paris and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Paris to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Paris, you can explore Montmartre, known for its bohemian vibe and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, or enjoy a Seine River Cruise for unique views of the city's landmarks. Discover the lively Latin Quarter and the trendy Marais district with its boutiques and cafes. Don't miss a show at the Moulin Rouge for an extravagant cabaret experience. For sightseeing, visit the iconic Eiffel Tower, the expansive Louvre Museum, the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Arc de Triomphe, each offering a glimpse into Paris's rich heritage.

Typically, 3 to 5 days in Paris is sufficient to explore major attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Montmartre, and enjoy local cuisine.