The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€116
Average price
€140
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Amsterdam will cost around €140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €116.
Of the 10 trains that leave Paris for Amsterdam on Tue, Nov 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 431 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 431 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€165 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €527 Average price |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Paris to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9315 | 7:21 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h59 | 11:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9315+ 1841 | 7:21 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h24 | 10:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9321 | 8:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h08 | 12:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9321+ 1845 | 8:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h33 | 11:45 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9423+ 9543 | 8:50 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h06 | 12:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9423+ 9235+ 1142 · 3553 | 8:50 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h02 | 1:52 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
9327+ 1849 | 9:22 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h23 | 12:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9327 | 9:22 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h58 | 1:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9335+ 9551 | 10:51 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h05 | 2:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
9435+ 9551 | 10:51 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h05 | 2:56 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Amsterdam
Trains from Paris to Amsterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €99 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €99 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Regional, PKP Intercity from Paris to Amsterdam trainsEurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Regional, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Paris and Amsterdam from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Paris to Amsterdam
Trains from Paris to Amsterdam offer a fast and comfortable way to travel this route. High speed Thalys trains cover the route in just under 3 hours and 20 minutes calling at Rotterdam, Brussels and other stations along the way. Trains depart every one or two hours with the first service at 6:25 a.m. and the last at 7:25 p.m. Tickets for Thalys trains can be booked up to 90 days in advance. Slower regional services are also available for passengers wanting a more leisurely journey.
Paris to Amsterdam Train Cost
Prices for trains from Paris to Amsterdam when you book in advance
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Booking Period |
Average Price |
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Same Day |
£149 |
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1 Day in Advance |
£141 |
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1 Week in Advance |
£110 |
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2 Weeks in Advance |
£86 |
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1 Month in Advance |
£64 |
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3 Months in Advance |
£50 |
More information about Paris to Amsterdam trains
As you can see from the table on the left, it’s well worth booking trains from Paris to Amsterdam in advance. Even just 1 week in advance is already a significant saving, but the biggest savings on Paris to Amsterdam train tickets come when you book them 2 or more weeks in advance.
- All high-speed Paris to Amsterdam trains are run by Thalys.
- All trains from Paris to Amsterdam depart from Paris Gare du Nord.
- Paris to Amsterdam trains leave roughly every hour.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on trains to Paris from Amsterdam decrease the further you book in advance:
- It is 26% cheaper to book your train ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Finally, Paris to Amsterdam train costs are 57% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
How to take the train from Paris to Amsterdam?
Trains from Paris to Amsterdam depart from Paris Nord Train Station (Gare du Nord). This station is very convenient for public transport being on the Regional Express Network which offers access to the northern suburbs, Gare de Lyon, and St Lazare. Gare du Nord is also on the Metro underground system. Many bus routes pass the station including the 26 to St-Lazare, the 65 to Gare de Lyon, and the 350 to the Gare de l'Est.
Trains from Paris arrive at Amsterdam Centraal Station which is located in the heart of the city and is a major terminus for the city's buses and trams. It also features a metro station for three routes - the 51 to Amstelveen Westwijk, the 53 to Gaasperplas, and the 54 to Gein.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare du Nord, which is located around 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Amsterdam Centraal, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Amsterdam
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Free public Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
- YO! Sushi
- McDonald's
- Pierre Herme
- La Fabrique à Cookies
- Brioche Dorée
- Yogurt Factory
- IT Trattoria
- PeGast
- EXKi
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
- Hotel Le Littré
- Hôtel Mistral
- Royal Saint Germain
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00
- Information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
- Metro lines: 4, 6, 12, 13
- Bus lines: 28, 39, 58, 82, 88, 89, 91, 92, 94, 95, 96
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, Transilien N, TER Normandie, TER Centre
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Croq'Voyage
- Eat'Shop
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
- ibis Styles Paris Bercy
- Kyriad Paris Bercy Village
- Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square
- Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00
- Located in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 6, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
- Train lines: TER, Intercités
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access via Europaplein.
- Restaurant As
- Restaurant Riva
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Novotel Amsterdam City
- Holiday Inn Amsterdam
- Motel One Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- 284 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available 24/7. Access via Julianaplein.
- Restaurant Amstelle
- Café Restaurant Dauphine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- true
- Amstel Hotel
- citizenM Amsterdam Amstel Hotel
- InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line 51, Line 53, Line 54
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Orlyplein.
- Restaurant Helden
- Grand Café Hermes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk
- Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station
- MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, partially covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Insulindeweg.
- Restaurant De Kas
- Wilde Zwijnen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Pestana Amsterdam Riverside Hotel
- Hotel Arena
- The Manor Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- 345 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to various destinations
- Tram: Line 3, Line 7
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Hoogoorddreef.
- Grand Café 3&20
- JinSo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Courtyard Amsterdam Arena Atlas
- Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Arena Boulevard
- Jaz in the City Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- 350 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 54
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Moer
- Drovers Dog
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.70
- XO Hotels Couture
- WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam
- Hotel King's Court
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 1, Line 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Schiphol Boulevard.
- Grand Café Plaza
- Café Rembrandt
- Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel
- Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- CitizenM Schiphol Airport
- Cost €15
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2500 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: check-in for flights
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Train: NS Intercity, Sprinter
- Bus: Lines 300, 397, and several others
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- Closed on weekends
- Parking is available near the station, operated by the Science Park facilities.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- 375 places, covered
- The station has a single entrance with two platforms for Sprinter services.
- Train: Sprinter service
- Bus: Line 40
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