The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Paris
Cheapest price
£168
Average price
£197
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Paris will cost around £197 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £168.
Of the 38 trains that leave Amsterdam for Paris every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 431 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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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938213:048h40Amsterdam Zuid21:44Paris Gare du Nord£1681One-way1 change
9540+
935613:044h06Amsterdam Zuid17:10Paris Gare du Nord£1681One-way1 change
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938215:046h40Amsterdam Zuid21:44Paris Gare du Nord£1681One-way1 change
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938214:047h40Amsterdam Zuid21:44Paris Gare du Nord£1681One-way1 change
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935612:045h06Amsterdam Zuid17:10Paris Gare du Nord£1681One-way1 change
93167:273h11Schiphol Airport10:38Paris Gare du Nord£1901One-way0 changes
94289:273h13Schiphol Airport12:40Paris Gare du Nord£2491One-way0 changes
938819:273h15Schiphol Airport22:42Paris Gare du Nord£2491One-way0 changes
93228:273h16Schiphol Airport11:43Paris Gare du Nord£1901One-way0 changes
934011:273h16Schiphol Airport14:43Paris Gare du Nord£1901One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Amsterdam to Paris
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 431 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£122 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £311 Average Price |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m 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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Live departures
Amsterdam to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Paris trains for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9560+ 9388 | 16:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h38 | 20:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9560+ 9486 | 16:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h11 | 20:15 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9382 | 16:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h34 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
1860+ 9382 · 9486 | 16:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h01 | 20:15 Paris Gare du Nord | 2 changes | |
9382 | 16:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h17 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9388 | 17:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h32 | 20:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9388 | 17:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h15 | 20:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 2 April | |||||
9310 | 4:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h35 | 7:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9316 | 5:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h28 | 8:38 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9316 | 5:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h11 | 8:38 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9322 | 6:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h33 | 9:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9322 | 6:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h16 | 9:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9428 | 7:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h30 | 10:40 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9428 | 7:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h13 | 10:40 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9340 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h33 | 12:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9340 | 9:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h16 | 12:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9536+ 9452 | 10:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h44 | 14:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9536+ 9356 | 10:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h06 | 15:10 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9536+ 9352 | 10:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h44 | 14:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9540+ 9382 | 11:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 8h40 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9540+ 9356 | 11:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h06 | 15:10 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9540+ 9362 | 11:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h08 | 16:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9452 | 11:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h38 | 14:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9352 | 11:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h38 | 14:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9352 | 11:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h21 | 14:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9452 | 11:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h21 | 14:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9544+ 9364 | 12:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h42 | 16:46 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9544+ 9382 | 12:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 7h40 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9544+ 9362 | 12:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h08 | 16:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9548+ 9474 | 13:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h08 | 18:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9548+ 9382 | 13:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 6h40 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9548+ 9476 | 13:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h41 | 18:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9364 | 13:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h36 | 16:46 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9364 | 13:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h19 | 16:46 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9552+ 9474 | 14:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h08 | 18:12 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9552+ 9382 | 14:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h40 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9552+ 9476 | 14:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h41 | 18:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9556+ 9388 | 15:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h38 | 20:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9556+ 9486 | 15:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 5h11 | 20:15 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
9556+ 9382 | 15:04 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h40 | 19:44 Paris Gare du Nord | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Paris
Trains from Amsterdam to Paris run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 4:46 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, TER | SNCF, EuroCity, TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Amsterdam to Paris trainsEurostar, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, TER | SNCF, EuroCity, TGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Amsterdam and Paris from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
NS International | IC Brussel
Intercity
EuroCity
TGV
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurocity Direct
TER | SNCF
How to take the train from Amsterdam to Paris?
Trains from Amsterdam to Paris depart from Amsterdam Centraal Station, right in the city centre, with many tourist attractions within easy walking distance. Amsterdam has efficient public transport, with Metro trains, trams, buses and water taxis. Trams leave from the city centre to Amsterdam Centraal, while buses run to the station from the suburbs and surrounding areas. The bus service also includes several night routes. The most scenic way of getting around Amsterdam is by hop-on hop-off ferries, which disembark outside the station.
Trains from Amsterdam to Paris arrive at Paris Nord Station. This is on the Regional Express Line to Charles de Gaulle Airport, and on lines 2, 4 and 5 of the Metro system. Frequent buses leave Paris Nord for destinations across the city and further afield. Paris has a regular night bus service, Noctiliens, operating throughout the week. Taxis are available at the station.
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Quick Guide: Trains from Amsterdam to Paris
Trains from Amsterdam to Paris: Journey Details
Trains from Amsterdam to Paris are Thalys high-speed trains, operated jointly by several European countries, including France and The Netherlands. Direct trains run approximately every hour between around 6:15 a.m. and just after 7:15 p.m., with a journey time of about 3.5 hours. Later departures involve an overnight journey on sleeper trains.
Amsterdam to Paris Train Cost
Prices for trains from Amsterdam to Paris when you book in advance
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Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
|
Same Day |
£120 |
|
1 Day in Advance |
£130 |
|
1 Week in Advance |
£91 |
|
2 Weeks in Advance |
£75 |
|
1 Month in Advance |
£60 |
|
3 Months in Advance |
£48 |
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 well worth booking trains from Amsterdam to Paris in advance. Even just 1 week in advance is already a significant saving, but as in most cases, the earlier you book Amsterdam to Paris train tickets, the cheaper you will get them.
All trains from Amsterdam to Paris depart from Amsterdam Centraal. Amsterdam to Paris trains departs roughly every hour.
It is 24% cheaper to book your train ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
Finally, Amsterdam to Paris train costs are 50% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
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FAQs: Amsterdam to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam and Paris
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 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 - 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: 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
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