Paris to Amsterdam train
Cheap train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam
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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.
Train schedule from Paris to Amsterdam
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Fastest train times from Paris to Amsterdam
Fastest Journey
3 h 49 m
Average
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
431 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Paris for Amsterdam every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Paris to Amsterdam
 | Distance | 430 km |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 19 min |
 | Average train ticket price | €149 (€149) |
 | Train frequency | 11 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 10 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | SNCB | IC, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Thalys, TGV or Deutsche Bahn with connection |
Trains from Paris to Amsterdam cover the 430 km long route taking on average 3 h 19 min with our travel partners like SNCB | IC, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Thalys, TGV or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Normally, there are 11 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around €149, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as €149. Travellers depart most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
Train companies: Thalys, Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar trains Paris to Amsterdam
Buy your official Thalys, Deutsche Bahn and Eurostar train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam from €149 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.
Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train to Amsterdam from Paris with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.
Omio helps you find the perfect Paris - Amsterdam train with Thalys. Whether you are searching for the fastest, earliest or cheapest train to Amsterdam from Paris, Omio shows you Thalys current train timetables, tickets, prices and other travel information (such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard) to help you find the best train ticket for your upcoming Paris to Amsterdam route. You can expect to travel around 267 miles (430 km) from Paris to Amsterdam on a train with Thalys. Once you are ready, buy your one-way Thalys tickets between Paris and Amsterdam starting as low as €149 if you book in advance. If you use the Omio app to book your ticket, you can check straight away to see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when travelling by train instead of purchasing tickets at the train station in person. So, book your tickets with ease and comfort online and enjoy a smooth journey with Thalys!
Paris to Amsterdam train information with Thalys:
- Average Duration: 3 h 20 min
- Average Price: €149
- Thalys frequency: 10 a day
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Paris to Amsterdam. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
Eurostar is the premier high-speed railway service which connects the United Kingdom with Europe through the Channel Tunnel with journeys connecting London St Pancras International with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam among other popular European cities. With its high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), the Eurostar makes travel between the UK and Europe as smooth and easy as possible. When you book your Paris to Amsterdam train, you can choose between ticket types like Standard, Standard Premier (with spacious seats and light refreshments served), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seats, lounge access, hot meals served and priority boarding).
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.
Travel Tips: Trains from Paris to Amsterdam
Travel by train between Paris, France and Amsterdam, Netherlands is: Unrestricted.
Is international entry into Amsterdam from Paris restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Netherlands from Paris?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Amsterdam, Netherlands?
The government of Netherlands has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
The above information was last checked on 11/17/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Paris and Amsterdam closer to your date of departure here.
The restriction level for your return train to Paris, France from Amsterdam is: Unrestricted.
Is my return train into Paris from Amsterdam restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Amsterdam?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Paris, France?
The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
Last checked on 11/6/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Paris from Amsterdam closer to your date of departure here.
When departing from Paris, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est. When arriving in Amsterdam, you can end your trip in train stations like Amsterdam Centraal, Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Amsterdam Amstel.
Omio customers book a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Amsterdam Centraal most frequently for this route.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Amsterdam Centraal, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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