Paris to Amsterdam Train

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Paris to Amsterdam by train

The journey from Paris to Amsterdam by train is 430.99 km and takes 3 hrs 41 mins. There are 20 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:21 a.m. and the last at 9:25 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Paris to Amsterdam by train for as little as $31.47 or as much as $361.92. The best price for this journey is $31.47.

Lowest Price $31.47
Journey Duration 3 hrs 41 mins
Connection per Day 20
Lowest Price $31.47
Highest Price $361.92
First Departure 6:21 a.m.
Last Departure 9:25 p.m.
Distance 430.99 km
Departure Paris
Arrival Amsterdam
Carriers OUIGO, Eurostar

Paris to Amsterdam Train Times

Departure date
Thursday, Nov 21, 2024

Quick and easy travel from Paris to Amsterdam with Virail

Virail helps thousands of travelers plan their journeys every year. How? It's easy. Just enter the dates on which you plan to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. Our powerful engine will look at the data from thousands of travel providers, then show you all the available routes. You can choose to travel however you want. Decide on the type of transport you want to use, what time of day you'd like to set off and whether you'd like a direct journey or one with connections. When you've found your ideal route, Virail will redirect you to the web page of the provider. There, you can make your booking, then it's time to prepare for your trip.

How can I find the cheapest train tickets to get from Paris to Amsterdam?

On average, a train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam will cost you $134.66. However, there may be cheaper alternatives available. Virail will show you the lowest prices available for your chosen travel dates, which could be as little as $31.47. If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest train tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.
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On average, a train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam will cost you $134.66. If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest train tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.

How long does it take to get from Paris to Amsterdam by train?

The average journey time is 3 hrs 41 mins. This is how long it takes to cross the 430.99 km from Paris to Amsterdam. When planning your journey, remember that delays are a possibility. Some unplanned events could cause your journey from Paris to Amsterdam to take longer than 3 hrs 41 mins. The journey from Paris to Amsterdam covers a distance of 430.99 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 3 hrs 41 mins. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 2 hrs 57 mins. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Paris to Amsterdam faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

At what time of the day can I travel from Paris to Amsterdam?

The first journey of the day departs from Paris at 6:21 a.m.. If you prefer to travel later in the day, the last departure will leave at 9:25 p.m.. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Paris and Amsterdam. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side. The first journey of the night departs from Paris at 6:21 a.m.. If you prefer to travel later in that night, the last departure will leave at 9:25 p.m.. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Paris and Amsterdam. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.

Which stations are used when traveling from Paris to Amsterdam?

In Paris, departure stations include 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. When you arrive in Amsterdam, you may be able to disembark at stations such as 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. Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many journeys from Paris to Amsterdam are there every day?

You will be able to travel from Paris to Amsterdam using companies such as . Combined, these providers offer an average of 20 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Paris to Amsterdam using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, 17 direct connections from Paris to Amsterdam each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 3 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Paris to Amsterdam. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

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Cheap train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam.

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.

Best time to book Paris to Amsterdam travel

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 $75.22 to $183.06 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 $95.18 if you’re lucky, or $129.74 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $175.36.

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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Facility Description

Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.

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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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Starting September 2012, a quiet coach option is available for Business and Standard Premier travelers at no extra cost.
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Every seat features UK and European power sockets. Business Premier and Standard Premier also include USB sockets.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fresh air is constantly drawn in and filtered throughout the journey.
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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
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You have access WiFi (OUIFI) and delve into the OUIFUN entertainment portal for an added fee.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Travel in comfort with all coaches being air-conditioned.
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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.
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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.
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With a Business Première ticket, step into an exclusive coach designed for comfort. It's your silent sanctuary, ideal for both work and relaxation.
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Every seat on TGV inOUI is power-packed! With an outlet at your disposal, you're always charged and ready.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Stay cool and comfortable. All TGV inOUI trains are air-conditioned, ensuring a pleasant journey, irrespective of the weather outside.
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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.
Services on board OUIGO, Eurostar and SNCF from Paris to Amsterdam
Compare services on board when travelling from Paris to Amsterdam by train.
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Paris to Amsterdam CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
30.17kg
Bus
32.32kg
Flight
86.2kg
Car
68.96kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Paris to Amsterdam by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Paris and Amsterdam are 30.17kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Paris and Amsterdam? By taking the train between Paris and Amsterdam you will save 56.03kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.15kg compared to a bus and 38.79kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam?
A train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam is $134.66. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $31.47.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Paris to Amsterdam is $31.47. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Paris and Amsterdam by train?
Paris to Amsterdam is 430.99 km.
How long does the train between Paris and Amsterdam take?
Paris to Amsterdam is on average 3 hrs 41 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 57 mins.
Which companies operate from Paris to Amsterdam?
The train journey from Paris to Amsterdam is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: OUIGO, Eurostar, SNCF, TGV inOui, TGV and Thalys.
How many train connections per day go from Paris to Amsterdam?
Paris to Amsterdam has 20 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Paris to Amsterdam leave?
The earliest train from Paris to Amsterdam departs at 6:21 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Paris to Amsterdam depart?
The latest train from Paris to Amsterdam departs at 9:25 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Paris to Amsterdam in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $31.47 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Paris to Amsterdam?
There are on average 17 direct connection(s) from Paris to go to Amsterdam.
What's the fastest journey time between Paris to Amsterdam by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Paris and Amsterdam is 2 hrs 57 mins.
Is there a direct train from Paris to Amsterdam?
Yes, there is a direct train between Paris and Amsterdam.
What are the CO2 emissions for Paris to Amsterdam by train?
The train journey from Paris to Amsterdam creates 30.17kg of CO2 emissions.

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