How to get to Amsterdam from Paris

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Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £358.

Distance: 431 km

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Driving

£358

Average Price

£62

Average Price

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£101

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 42m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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2h 0m

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4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 33m

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30m

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8h 11m

Average total duration

7h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 37m

Average total duration

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1.3 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.1kg

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Air France

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Eurocity Direct

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is a coach with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Amsterdam:

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Amsterdam costing on average £62.

A coach is £329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Amsterdam costing on average £358.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is by train with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Coach takes on average 8h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Amsterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 55m sooner (3h 42m by flight vs 6h 37m by car). Tickets start at around £358 compared to roughly £101 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Paris to Amsterdam

How to get to Amsterdam from Paris by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1407 · 1661
    11:008h05
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    19:05Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £161One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1407 · 1661
    11:008h05
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    19:05Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £161One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • KLMKL1412
    20:151h10
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    21:25Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £5941One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Eurostar9303
    6:153h18
    Paris Gare du Nord
    9:33Schiphol Airport
    £891One-way
    0 changes
  • Eurostar9303
    6:153h35
    Paris Gare du Nord
    9:50Amsterdam Centraal
    £891One-way
    0 changes
  • Eurostar9315
    8:153h18
    Paris Gare du Nord
    11:33Schiphol Airport
    £1071One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1625
    17:156h40
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    23:55Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1563
    7:007h15
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    14:15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1659
    9:557h25
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    17:20Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Air FranceAF7500+KLMAF3215
    8:355h00
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    13:35Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £1641One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH1051 · LH992
    7:256h25
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    13:50Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £2021One-way
    1 change
  • LufthansaLH1035 · LH1002
    14:357h35
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    22:10Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £2021One-way
    1 change

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How to Travel from Paris to Amsterdam

The route from Paris to Amsterdam is well-served by bus, train, and plane. Travelling by plane the journey on average takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. Buses tend to be the cheapest option. For those that prefer to travel via. train there up to 10 services a day from Paris to Amsterdam.

Trains from Paris to Amsterdam | Buses from Paris to Amsterdam | Flights from Paris to Amsterdam

Paris to Amsterdam Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

£21.07

7:10 h

1 Week Ahead

trains

£57.92

3:17 h

1 Month Ahead

flight

£26.04

1:30 h

2 Months Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam?

Cheapest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. Buses travelling from Paris to Amsterdam depart from different stations depending on the bus company, including Gare Routière Bercy Arena, Porte Maillot, Porte d'Orléans, Porte Bagnolet and Paris CDG (Terminal 3). Over 40 buses travel from Paris to Amsterdam every day, with the earliest departing at 7:00 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Paris to Amsterdam include Eurolines, Flixbus, and Ouibus.


Fastest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam


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Flying is the fastest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. With only 1 hour and 30 minutes of flight time, taking a flight is at least 2 hours faster than taking the train or bus. However, when travel time to and from Paris to Amsterdam airports is taken into consideration, taking a flight takes nearly the same amount of time as the train. Flights travelling from Paris to Amsterdam can depart from either Paris Charles De Gaulle or Paris Orly, depending on the airline. All flights land at Amsterdam Schipol. Flight providers include Air France, KLM and more.


Most popular way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam


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Catching a flight is the most popular way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. Considering that trains and flights require approximately the same amount of time to travel from Paris to Amsterdam and airfare is generally less costly, most travellers choose to save money by flying. However, taking the train is also a popular option for travellers who prefer extra space on the journey.


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FAQs: Paris to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Amsterdam.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Amsterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is a coach with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Amsterdam:

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Amsterdam costing on average £62.

A coach is £329 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Amsterdam costing on average £358.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is by train with an average journey time of 4h 3m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Coach takes on average 8h 11m.

The Paris to Amsterdam distance is approximately 431 km.
The average frequency per day from Paris to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 36 trains per day.
  • Around 35 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and Amsterdam as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Amsterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Amsterdam Zuid.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, KLM Cityhopper, KM Malta Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, braathens regional aviation, tarom, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Amelia, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Cityjet, Sas Airways, Air Europa, Swiss, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, ITA to go to Amsterdam by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Amsterdam by coach.
  • Travel with TER | SNCF, Eurocity Direct, TGV, Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, EuroCity, Regional to go to Amsterdam by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
  • 23 direct flights per day with asl airlines, Global Supply Systems, Amelia, Transavia France, KLM, Air France.
  • 30 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 13 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Berlin, London, Cologne, Bruges. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Paris to Amsterdam, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise to take in the views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets and cosy cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a taste of Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience, an interactive journey through the brewery's history. Discover the NEMO Science Museum for hands-on fun. For the best sights, visit the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum. Relax in Vondelpark or explore Dam Square with its Royal Palace and National Monument.
A three to four-day visit allows you to explore Amsterdam's main attractions, such as the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, and a canal cruise, while also enjoying its charming neighbourhoods and vibrant culture.

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