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Paris to Amsterdam Train
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Paris to Amsterdam by train
The journey from Paris to Amsterdam by train is 267.8 mi and takes 3 hr 41 min. There are 20 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:21 AM and the last at 9:25 PM. It is possible to travel from Paris to Amsterdam by train for as little as $24.63 or as much as $283.27. The best price for this journey is $24.63.
| Lowest Price | $24.63 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hr 41 min |
| Connection per Day | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys 20 |
| Lowest Price | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys $24.63 |
| Highest Price | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys $283.27 |
| First Departure | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys 6:21 AM |
| Last Departure | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys 9:25 PM |
| Distance | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys 267.8 mi |
| Departure | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys Paris |
| Arrival | OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys Amsterdam |
| Carriers | OUIGO, Eurostar OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV, Thalys |
Paris to Amsterdam Train Times
Traveling from Paris to Amsterdam by Train
Taking the train from Paris to Amsterdam typically lasts 3 hr 41 min, covering a distance of 267.8 mi between the two iconic cities. On an average day, there are about 20 train services connecting Paris and Amsterdam. For those mindful of their budget, tickets can be found priced as low as $24.63. Train from Paris usually leaves from Paris Gare du Nord,Paris - Gare De Lyon,Paris Montparnasse 3 Vaugirard,Paris - Orly Airport,Paris, Porte Maillot,Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Terminal 2C,Paris Beauvais-Tillé Airport,Paris La Défense stations, arriving at Amsterdam, Amstel,Amsterdam Muiderpoort,Amsterdam - Bijlmer Arena,Amsterdam Rai,Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum,Amsterdam, Leidseplein,Amsterdam, Centraal Station,Diemen, Treinstation,Amsterdam, W Hotel,Amsterdam Science Park,SCHIPHOL AIRPORT,Duivendrecht Station,Amsterdam - Sloterdijk,Amsterdam Dam,Amsterdam Zuid Wtc,Amsterdam, Station Holendrecht stations in Amsterdam. While some routes might be direct, Virail makes sure travelers are well-informed about both direct and transfer routes to their destination. Passengers should arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure a seamless boarding process.
Amenities on the Eurostar train from Paris to Amsterdam
High-speed trains branded as Eurostar now connect Paris, Brussels, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and other major cities. Thalys, a consortium of the French, Belgian, and Dutch national railways, previously operated these trains until it merged with Eurostar in 2022. All Thalys trains are rebranded as Eurostar but have different classes, catering, check-in, and other arrangements compared to the Eurostars operating from London.
First Class, also known as Comfort 1, has spacious seating arrangements with only three seats across the width of the train, ensuring more legroom and wider seats. Passengers also receive complimentary newspapers, magazines, and internet access and can enjoy complimentary drinks, meals, and snacks during their journey. Electrical sockets are available for those who prioritize charging their devices, and there's even a taxi reservation service for added convenience.
Arriving by train at Amsterdam Centraal Station
Upon arrival in Amsterdam, travelers are greeted by the architectural beauty of Amsterdam Central Station. This central hub is a transportation nexus served by lines 2, 12, 13, and 17. Buses, including lines 18, 21, 22, and 48, provide access to various parts of the city and its outskirts. For those exploring Amsterdam's iconic canals, ferries behind the station offer free rides across the IJ river to Amsterdam North and other destinations.
Things to Do in Amsterdam:
- Explore the historic Anne Frank House.
- Admire art at the Van Gogh Museum.
- Take a canal cruise and see the city from the water.
- Visit the bustling Albert Cuyp Market.
- Relax at Vondelpark, Amsterdam's largest city park.
- Discover the Royal Palace of Amsterdam.
- Experience the nightlife at Rembrandtplein.
- Learn about the city's history at the Amsterdam Museum.
- Stroll through the picturesque Jordaan neighborhood.
- Visit the modern EYE Film Institute Netherlands.
Foods to Try in Amsterdam:
- Stroopwafel: A sweet treat made of two thin waffles with caramel syrup filling.
- Bitterballen: Savory meat-based balls, deep-fried to perfection.
- Haring: Raw herring fish, typically served with onions and pickles.
- Poffertjes: Miniature fluffy pancakes, often topped with powdered sugar.
- Patat: Dutch-style fries, usually served with a variety of sauces.
- Erwtensoep: Traditional Dutch pea soup, perfect for cold days.
- Oliebollen: Deep-fried dough balls, typically enjoyed during New Year's celebrations.
- Kaas: Dutch cheese varieties like Gouda and Edam.
- Kroket: A deep-fried roll with meat ragout inside.
- Appeltaart: Dutch apple pie, often enjoyed with a dollop of whipped cream.
Travel Tips for Amsterdam:
- Embrace Cycling: Rent a bike to explore the city like a local. Amsterdam's extensive bike lanes make cycling safe and enjoyable but remember to stay alert, especially during busy times.
- Use Public Transportation: Get an OV Chipkaart for convenient access to public transport. This card works on buses, trams, and metros, making it easy to navigate the city.
- Visit During Off-Peak Months: Avoid visiting in August due to crowds. Opt for May or June for better weather and fewer tourists.
- Get the I Amsterdam City Card: If you plan to visit multiple museums and attractions, this card offers excellent value, including free entry to many sites and additional perks like canal cruises.
- Explore Local Markets: Visit street markets like the Albert Cuypmarkt to taste local life. Enjoy fresh produce, Dutch cheese, and other local delicacies.
Day Trips from Amsterdam:
If you want to see traditional Dutch life with looks like windmills and wooden houses, you should go to Zaanse Schans. Keukenhof Gardens, open in spring, showcases millions of tulips in full bloom. Utrecht and Haarlem's historic and picturesque cities are perfect for canal-side strolls and medieval architecture. For a seaside escape, head to Zandvoort or Bloemendaal. Giethoorn, known as the "Venice of the North," is a village with no roads, only canals, making it a serene getaway from the city's hustle.
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Book in advance and save
If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Paris to Amsterdam, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.
Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys
Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Paris to Amsterdam.
Always check special offers
Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.
Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains
If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $58.87 to $143.28 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 59% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam
The cheapest Paris - Amsterdam train tickets can be found for as low as $74.49 if you’re lucky, or $101.54 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $137.25.
Find the best day to travel to Amsterdam by train
When travelling to Amsterdam by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Carriers on this route
Find out more about the carriers on this route.
Eurostar is a high-speed passenger train service connecting London with several cities in mainland Europe, including Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam. Launched in 1994, Eurostar has since established itself as a popular mode of transportation for leisure and business travelers. With speeds reaching up to 300 km/h, Eurostar trains offer a fast and environmentally-friendly.
In 2013, the French national railway company SNCF introduced OUIGO to offer budget-friendly TGV travel options. Choose between the lightning-fast OUIGO Grande Vitesse, reaching speeds of 300 km/h, or the more leisurely OUIGO Classique, which offers a nostalgic train ride experience.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français, or SNCF, is the name of the French National Railway Company. Explore the beauty of France with SNCF rail transport and choose between three major SNCF trains - TGV inOui, TER, and INTERCITÉS - for travel on national, regional, and local routes, including high-speed trains departing from Paris train stations. Also, SNCF aims to revolutionize sustainable travel by becoming the world's first carbon-neutral operator, offering this eco-friendly service at no additional cost to passengers.
TGV stands for Train à Grande Vitesse, which translates to a high-speed train. It is a type of high-speed train that operates in France and other parts of Europe. The TGV was first introduced in 1981 and has since become a popular mode of transportation for domestic and international travel. The TGV (Train à Grande Vitesse), now refers to a type of train that can reach a speed of 320km/h on high-speed lines in France. In France and Europe, there are two types of TGV operated by SNCF Voyageurs: the TGV INOUI, which offers a higher level of comfort, and the low-cost TGV OUIGO.
TGV inOui, which replaces traditional TGV services by offering a contemporary upgrade, is a high-speed train service operated by the French National Railways, SNCF that make it easy to explore around 50 destinations in neighboring countries such as Belgium, Germany, and Spain. TGV inOUI is designed to offer more comfort and flexibility to travelers, with features such as spacious seats, Wi-Fi, and catering services. It connects major cities in France and provides a fast, convenient, and comfortable mode of travel.
Ticket types and facilities from Paris to Amsterdam
Compare the different ticket types and the facilities provided by Eurostar, OUIGO and TGV inOui when traveling from Paris to Amsterdam.
Standard
Eurostar Standard tickets are for budget-conscious travelers and the most widely available and affordable option. However, they have limited flexibility
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Bicycle Standard Premier
Eurostar Standard Premier tickets offer a premium economy experience, ideal for work in quiet and comfort, but at a higher cost than Standard. This ticket includes extra legroom, complimentary meals, and access to magazines. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Business Premier
Business Premier tickets are Eurostar's first-class option with top-level comfort and flexibility, but also the most expensive. With this ticket, you will have spacious seating, delectable meals served at your seat, access to exclusive lounges, and dedicated assistance. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Standard Class / TGV
OUIGO Grande Vitesse offers a single class, akin to second-class travel, which accounts for its affordable ticket prices. Adult fares start at €10, depending on the destination, while children can travel for €5. Tickets for OUIGO can only be purchased online. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Air conditioning Bicycle Standard Class / Classical
OUIGO Train Classique only have one class, which is equivalent to second class travel, which is why ticket prices are cheap. Tickets are available from €10 for adults (depending on destination) and €5 for children, and OUIGO train tickets are only available online. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Second Class (The essentials)
For a practical and affordable journey, TGV INOUI has two fares for second class tickets: The Prems Second, an affordable option, and The Second, the classic second class. Both of them can be exchanged and refunded, subject to certain conditions. The Prem's fare tickets are perfect if you're looking for the lowest prices, starting at just 15€ and available for booking up to 4 months in advance. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle First Class (The comfort)
First-class tickets take your journey to the next level, offering enhanced comfort and exclusive benefits, including the option to choose seats in the Quiet Area. Additionally, this ticket offers flexibility for your booking and provides added benefits to Second Class features. WiFi 
Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Business Première (The flexibility)
Business Première offers premium advantages like no-cost exchanges or refunds and exclusive amenities including advanced Wi-Fi and access to Grand Voyageur lounges, all while ensuring flexibility in your booking. WiFi Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Facility Description
Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.
WiFi Business Premier travelers and Eurostar™ carte blanche holders enjoy free wi-fi in lounges at select stations. Free wi-fi vouchers are available at Ashford's information desk. All trains also provide free wi-fi, connect via EurostarTrainsWiFi.
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Quiet zone Starting September 2012, a quiet coach option is available for Business and Standard Premier travelers at no extra cost. Quiet zone Power sockets Every seat features UK and European power sockets. Business Premier and Standard Premier also include USB sockets. Power sockets Luggage Your Eurostar ticket allows you to take a generous amount of luggage on board with no weight restrictions. You can carry two suitcases and one hand-held item, all labeled properly, as long as they don't exceed 85 cm in length. Baby strollers and pushchairs are allowed on board. You can also bring your bike or musical instrument, which will count as one of your two medium-sized luggage pieces as long as it is in a carrying case under 85 cm in length. Luggage Accessibility Assistance for travelers with disabilities or the elderly is available at all stations. The type of assistance varies by location. Pre-booking at least 24 hours in advance is recommended, with a 60-minute prior arrival if not pre-booked. Accessibility Food and drink Café Métropole aboard Eurostar trains offers discounts for reusable cups. Unsold food is donated to Olio, benefiting London communities.
Food in Standard Premier: Standard Premier offers international dishes throughout the day. Breakfast features fruits, pastries, and more until 10:14. After 10:15, enjoy a light meal, dessert, and drinks.
Food in Business Premier: Business Premier's menu is curated by Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc OBE. Drinks, from tea to champagne, are available throughout the journey. Food and drink Air conditioning Fresh air is constantly drawn in and filtered throughout the journey. Air conditioning Bicycle Got a musical instrument or guitar under 85 cm? You can include it as part of your luggage on Eurostar. If you have a boxed bike, reserve a spot by reaching out to the Eurostar travel service (available on select trains). Folding and children's bikes under 85 cm are welcome, but they should be in a protective bag. Heads up: e-scooters and hoverboards are a no-go. Plus, you can bring along a pair of skis or a snowboard in addition to your luggage Bicycle WiFi You have access WiFi (OUIFI) and delve into the OUIFUN entertainment portal for an added fee. WiFi Power sockets On Ouigo trains, only top deck seats in select coaches come with power sockets. Note that these seats come at an additional charge, and the bottom deck lacks sockets altogether. Power sockets Luggage OUIGO lets you bring two small hand luggage items or one piece measuring 36 x 27 x 15 cm for free, along with cabin baggage at 55x35x25cm with no weight restrictions. For larger items, a fee of €5 applies for online bookings made in advance, and it goes up to €20 if you pay in-person at the station. Luggage Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure. Accessibility Food and drink In France, OUIGO's Train classique services provide an at-seat snack service, though this isn't available on the high-speed trains. For those traveling in Spain, a visit to the OUIBAR in coach 4 serves up a variety of beverages and snacks. Food and drink Air conditioning Travel in comfort with all coaches being air-conditioned. Air conditioning Bicycle Planning to bring along bigger items like a bike, scooter, skis, or a musical instrument? If you book online in advance, it's just a €5 fee. But, if you decide to pay at the station, the fee goes up to €20. Bicycle WiFi On TGV INOUI trains, enjoy complimentary WiFi access throughout your journey. Whether you're working, replying to emails, or diving into the TGV INOUI entertainment hub, we've got you covered. WiFi Quiet zone With a Business Première ticket, step into an exclusive coach designed for comfort. It's your silent sanctuary, ideal for both work and relaxation.
Quiet zone Power sockets Every seat on TGV inOUI is power-packed! With an outlet at your disposal, you're always charged and ready.
Power sockets Luggage On TGV INOUI trains, you can bring as much luggage as your arms and legs can carry, but remember to properly label your own luggage. Handbags and small items are best stored either at feet-level or under the seat; heavier pieces should be placed in an available corner of the car or along its central aisle. Luggage Accessibility For travelers with mobility concerns, TGV INOUI offers the 'Accès Plus' service. This provides dedicated assistance from the station directly to the train seat. It is advisable for passengers to contact 'Accès Plus' after securing their tickets and ensure arrangements are made at least 48 hours before the scheduled departure. Accessibility Food and drink Travelers on TGV INOUI can look forward to an assortment of food and beverages. The train service presents a curated selection that promises to cater to diverse palates. Food and drink Air conditioning Stay cool and comfortable. All TGV inOUI trains are air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant journey, irrespective of the weather outside. Air conditioning Bicycle Booking required for non-foldable bikes (€10) on select TGV INOUI trains, foldable bikes under 130x90cm can travel as hand luggage on any TGV INOUI train, disassembled bikes can be taken without booking if stored in a bike bag under 130x90cm. Aquatic or snowboards, folded scooters, and musical instruments can be taken as hand luggage if they are in a carrying case under 130 x 90 cm. Bicycle | Facilities | OUIGO | Eurostar | SNCF | TGV inOui | TGV | Thalys |
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Paris to Amsterdam CO2 Emissions by Train
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