Paris to Leiden University Trains

Paris to Leiden University trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Paris and Leiden University takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Paris to Leiden University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 26m
Duration: 485 km
Distance: €98
Average price: Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best

Take the train from Paris Nord to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Eurostar

3h 34m

€53–162

Paris to Leiden University train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Paris and Leiden University. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Leiden University at 4:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Rotterdam Centraal and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, September 11, 2026

6:22 AM → 9:45 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:23 AM → 10:45 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:25 AM → 11:44 AM
3h 19m • 1 change
9:24 AM → 12:45 PM
3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, September 13, 2026

8:22 PM → 4:44 AM
Arrives next day
8h 22m • 1 change

Departing Monday, September 14, 2026

6:22 AM → 9:45 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:23 AM → 10:45 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:25 AM → 11:45 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
9:24 AM → 12:45 PM
3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, September 15, 2026

6:22 AM → 9:45 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:23 AM → 10:45 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:25 AM → 11:45 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
9:24 AM → 12:45 PM
3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, September 16, 2026

6:22 AM → 9:45 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:23 AM → 10:45 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:25 AM → 11:45 AM
3h 20m • 1 change
9:24 AM → 12:45 PM
3h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, September 17, 2026

6:22 AM → 9:45 AM
3h 23m • 1 change
7:23 AM → 10:45 AM
3h 22m • 1 change
8:25 AM → 11:45 AM
3h 20m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paris to Leiden University? 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.

What companies run services between Paris, France and Leiden University, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Paris Nord to Rotterdam Centraal every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice daily.

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