The average train between Leiden and France takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Leiden to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Leiden and France. The earliest departure is at 1:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Leiden is at 11:02 PM which arrives into France at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Rotterdam Centraal and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leiden to France? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leiden to France. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal station and arriving at Paris Nord station via Paris Nord station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Leiden to France train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Leiden to France train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Leiden and France is 645.7 km. The road distance is 467 km.
Eurostar operates a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris Nord hourly. Tickets cost €170–280 and the journey takes 2h 40m.