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Travelling by train from Amsterdam to Paris in under 3 and a half hours
Looking to travel from Amsterdam to Paris by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from Amsterdam to Paris can take just 3 hours and 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll be travelling direct on this route with Eurostar. On board, you'll find comfortable seating, space for luggage and free WiFi as standard. Why not upgrade to Plus or Premier class for a little luxury along the way?
You won’t have to wait around for luggage once you arrive at Paris Gare du Nord, as it’ll be with you on the train. What’s more, the station is super close to the city's main attractions, so you’ll be able to get straight into exploring the city. If you’re headed to Paris for end-of-year festivities, check out our tips for what to see around New Year’s in Paris!
All year round, jump on the metro and head for iconic attractions like the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre, or check out Sacré-Cœur, which is only a short walk away from Paris Gare du Nord. If you need more inspiration, check out our guide to the best things to do in Paris.
So what are you waiting for? Search for cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Paris in our Journey Planner today, or keep reading for info on:
- Today’s train times
- Eurostar classes from Amsterdam to Paris
- Services on board Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to Paris
- Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to the city centre
- How to get to Amsterdam Centraal station
- All you need to know about Amsterdam Centraal
- Arriving in Paris
- Things to see and do in Paris
- Explore Europe with an Interrail pass
- Where to go next after Paris
Amsterdam to Paris by train
It takes an average of 4h 27m to travel from Amsterdam to Paris by train, over a distance of around 268 miles (431 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Amsterdam to Paris and tickets for this journey start from £31.72 when you book in advance.
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Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to Paris
Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed train service that links London to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and the rest of Europe at speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). Eurostar also runs trains on more routes between France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. All Eurostar trains have modern, comfortable facilities, plenty of room for luggage, and onboard food and beverage car. There are three comfort classes on offer – Eurostar Standard, Eurostar Plus (equivalent to Premium Economy, with light refreshments served), and Eurostar Premier (equivalent to First or Business Class, with flexible travel options, priority boarding, lounge access and delicious food and drink included).
Eurostar classes from Amsterdam to Paris
Compare the different travel classes offered by Eurostar when travelling from Amsterdam to Paris.
Eurostar Standard
In Eurostar Standard, you'll find comfortable seats, free WiFi and a large selection of drinks and snacks for sale in the onboard café-bar.
- Free WiFi
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- Complimentary meal at seat
- Catering at your seat
- Gourmet menu
- Lounge access
Eurostar Plus
As well as all the facilities you'll find in Eurostar Standard, in Eurostar Plus you'll also get a light meal served at your seat for trips to and from London. Though you won't get a meal at your seat for trips solely in Europe, you'll get to sit back and relax in comfier seats.
- Free WiFi
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- Complimentary meal at seat (1)
- Catering at your seat
- Gourmet menu
- Lounge access
- (1) A meal at your seat is only provided on trains travelling to or from the United Kingdom.
Eurostar Premier
Eurostar Premier gives you the freedom to travel in your own time, with same-day boarding guaranteed and Eurostar's exclusive lounges (where available) where you can relax before your trip. In Eurostar Premier, you'll also benefit from complete comfort, including a free meal and free drinks at your seat.
- Free WiFi
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- Complimentary meal at seat
- Catering at your seat
- Gourmet menu (1)
- Lounge access
- (1) A gourmet hot meal is exclusive to trains to and from the United Kingdom; on trains in Europe, you'll have a cold meal served at your seat.
Onboard services on Eurostar
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Amsterdam to Paris.
Although there's no weight limit for your luggage on Eurostar trains, you must be able to carry your bags safely by yourself.
Each bag must be clearly labelled and must be no longer than 85 cm (for trains to and from the United Kingdom) or no larger than 75 x 53 x 30 cm (for trains in Europe).
Are you travelling to or from the United Kingdom? In Eurostar Standard, choose from a wide selection of drinks and snacks at the Eurostar Café, the onboard café-bar in the middle of the train. Cards and cash (Euros or pounds) are accepted. If you're travelling in Eurostar Plus, a light meal and a drink will be served at your seat.
Travel in Eurostar Premier and you'll be treated to a gourmet meal, as well as a continuous drinks service throughout your journey.
For all other Eurostar trains (red trains, formerly Thalys), head to the bar car and choose from a wide range of hot and cold drinks as well as sweet and savoury snacks.
In Eurostar Premier on European routes, you'll get a free meal served directly to your seat.
Eurostar doesn't have an onboard entertainment portal. However, there is free WiFi available, as well as UK and EU plug sockets at your seat so you can charge your devices while travelling.
Children under 4 can travel free on Eurostar trains, as long as they're sitting on an accompanying adult's lap. Alternatively, buying a child ticket guarantees them their own seat.
You'll find changing tables on all Eurostar trains, as well as family-oriented seating (4 seats facing one another) where available.
Currently, only certain Eurostar trains running between London and Brussels can transport fully assembled bikes - contact Eurostar for more information. You can, however, take a foldable bike on board Eurostar trains to and from the UK provided that it's no more than 85 cm long and it fits in a protective bag that covers the whole bicycle. Folded bikes are treated as standard luggage.
For all other Eurostar trains in Europe, a limited number of non-foldable bikes can be brought on board, provided that the wheels are taken off and the whole bicycle is stored in a suitable cover (max. size 135 x 85 x 30 cm). Foldable bicycles are also allowed and count towards standard luggage limits.
The rules around travelling with your pets depend on whether you're travelling across the Channel or not, so check before you travel:
Eurostar trains to and from the United Kingdom:
- Pets are not permitted on board.
- Guide dogs and assistance dogs can travel, but they must be accompanied by their owner. You must also reserve a ticket for your assistance dog at least 48 hours before travel, by filling out Eurostar's contact form.
Trains in the rest of Europe:
- Small dogs and other pets weighing less than 6 kg can travel for free. They must travel in a cage or carrier (max. dimensions 45 x 30 x 25 cm).
- If your dog is larger than this, you must buy them a dog ticket (generally the price is fixed at €30, around £26), and the dog must travel on your lap or on the ground, on a lead and with a muzzle.
- Guide dogs and assistance dogs, whatever their size, travel for free.
If you need help getting on or off the train, you should contact Eurostar directly before your trip. To use Eurostar's special assistance program, fill in the contact form at least 48 hours before your journey so that the team can help you.
If you're travelling to/from the United Kingdom:
- Arrive at least one hour before your train's scheduled departure time, then head to the Eurostar Assist desk or ask a member of staff.
- If you have a wheelchair, you must reserve a wheelchair space in either Eurostar Plus or Eurostar Premier - you'll only pay for a Eurostar Standard ticket. Someone can travel with you at a discounted rate.
If you're travelling on red trains in the rest of Europe:
- Wheelchair users travel in Eurostar Premier on routes in Europe.
- Wheelchairs can be transported as long as they're no bigger than 70 cm long and 120 cm high. The wheelchair's turning circle must be no larger than 150 cm in diameter. The combined weight of the wheelchair, passenger and any luggage must not exceed 300 kg.
- Please note that combustion engine-powered wheelchairs are not permitted on board. However, electric wheelchairs are allowed.
Specific restrictions for trains to/from the United Kingdom:
Liquids:
- There's no restriction on liquids. However, there are restrictions on alcohol: you can take 4 bottles/cans of beer or 1 bottle of wine per person to enjoy on the journey, but large bottles of spirits are not permitted. If you're travelling with large quantities of alcohol, you should contact a courier service.
Sports equipment:
- You can travel with a golf bag as long as it's no larger than 120 x 35 x 35 cm.
- You can bring tents or other shelters if they're stored in bags or cases less than 85 cm long.
- Camping gas or butane bottles are not permitted on board.
- Camping utensils or tools such as pocket knives and Swiss army knives are permitted provided the blades are less than 75 mm long. Folding knives where the blade locks into place are prohibited.
- You can bring bats, snooker or pool cues and darts on board if they're stored in a protective case.
Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Paris
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Amsterdam to Paris by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
Get festive in France – celebrate the festive season in Paris!
Paris, the City of Love and the City of Lights – a perfect pairing for the festive season! There’s plenty to do to keep busy this winter in the French capital:
- Go window-shopping at some of Paris’ most famous department stores: Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere as you wander through the streets and admire the window displays of Paris’s department stores. From Printemps to the Galeries Lafayette, there are decorations and animations galore in the store windows. If you have time, why not head inside and discover the decorations inside too?
- Spend New Year’s Eve on the Champs-Élysées: get dressed up to the nines for New Year’s in a city known for its fashion sense! There are lots of places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Paris, whether you’re with friends or family. If you fancy counting down to midnight with thousands of others, head to the Champs-Élysées to watch the fireworks!
- Go ice-skating at the Hôtel de Ville: Every year, there’s an open-air ice rink at the Hôtel de Ville in Paris. Get your skates on and practice your moves in this gorgeous location!
- Discover the Christmas markets: a dozen or so Christmas markets pop up every year in Paris. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover artisan products and taste speciality food and drink which will tickle your taste buds. We’d recommend taking a stroll around the Montmartre Christmas Market while drinking a warm cup of mulled wine and admiring all the Christmas lights.
Getting from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to the city centre
If you’re visiting Amsterdam from abroad, you might be arriving at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Want to know how to get to the city centre from the airport? Keep reading for more details.
Trains from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
The train from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Centraal station is the fastest and cheapest way to get to the city centre. Trains are operated by NS, the main rail operator in the Netherlands. Services run every 10-15 minutes from 6:00 am and 1:00am (they depart every hour during other times). The journey takes around 15 minutes, leaving you in one of Amsterdam's most central and best-connected locations.
Buy your ticket from Amsterdam Airport to Amsterdam Centraal with Trainline.
Buses from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
The Amsterdam Airport Express, or Bus 397, departs from the airport several times an hour from 5:00 am to 12:30 am. You can take this big red bus right outside the main airport hall, and the trip takes about 30 minutes to arrive in central Amsterdam.
The bus does not go to Amsterdam Centraal station, but it does have stops near Olympic Stadium, Museumplein, and Leidseplein, which are in quite central areas.
You can buy a ticket online with Trainline. It’s also possible to pay with a contactless card on the bus, or purchase a ticket from the ticket office during its opening hours.
How to get to Amsterdam Centraal station
Set in the heart of the Dutch capital, Amsterdam Centraal station is easy to reach on foot, or by using the local tram, metro and bus networks.
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By metro
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Arriving in Paris
Arriving at Paris Gare du Nord station from Amsterdam
When travelling with Eurostar, your train will arrive at Paris Gare du Nord station, in the heart of the French capital.
As soon as you’ve grabbed your bags and stepped off the train, you can start exploring the city’s most famous landmarks and neighbourhoods straight away! In the station, you’ll find Métro and RER trains to take you all over the city, from Montmartre to Le Marais.
Using public transport in Paris
Taking the Métro in Paris
If you want to travel around Paris quickly, easily and cheaply, the Métro is the way to go! To buy tickets, you’ll need to head to the ticket machines found at all Métro stations.
Also, if you’re hoping to travel around Paris and France, we recommend you get a T+ ticket. The T+ ticket allows connections between Métro and RER trains and will take you to the city’s main stations where you can catch connecting TGV high-speed trains to other parts of France.
Travelling with kids? Children under 4 can travel for free on the Métro, RER, buses and trams as long as they sit on your lap. Also, kids under 10 get 50% off their tickets.
Taking the bus in Paris
Around 60 bus lines run through Paris. Each week, buses operate between Monday and Saturday from 7:00 am to 12:30 am (though some lines will stop running earlier). Many buses also operate on Sundays and bank holidays. You can purchase bus tickets from Métro stations (it’s the same T+ ticket as for the metro) or buy a ticket from the driver as long as you use cash.
Taking a taxi in Paris
To get a taxi from Paris Gare du Nord, just head to the concourse at the front of the train and take the exit on the right where you’ll see a taxi rank.
Things to see and do in Paris
Teeming with charming, cobbled streets and fascinating history, Paris is always a good idea! From the Eiffel Tower to Sacré-Cœur, there’s no shortage of things to see and do in Paris. To help inspire your trip to the French capital, here are some ideas for things to do in Paris:
Explore Europe by train with an Interrail Pass
After visiting Paris, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With an Interrail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
You can use an Interrail Pass if you’re a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country. If you’re not a European citizen or resident, you can use a Eurail Pass instead.
Where to go next after Paris
Whether you’re heading to the UK after your sojourn in Paris or you’re looking to explore somewhere else on the continent, we’ve got you covered.
Head from Paris to London
It’s easy to travel from Paris to London with Eurostar. You’ll be familiar with the station already, as the train leaves from Paris Gare du Nord (where the train from Amsterdam arrives). It can take just 2 hours and 16 minutes, and there’s no waiting around for your luggage once you’re in the UK – you can just grab your bags and go!
Find out more about what Eurostar offers, including its Standard Premier and Business Premier classes, and book your tickets with Trainline.
Board a train to Barcelona
If you’re looking to explore more of Europe by train, why not head south from Paris to Barcelona? TGV INOUI trains run direct from Paris to Barcelona and can take just 6 hours and 29 minutes to reach the Catalonian capital. Plus, there’s no need to wait around at the airport for hours before boarding – simply turn up at Paris Gare de Lyon and hop on the train!
Speed away to Brussels
Want to visit another of Europe’s bustling capitals? Brussels might be the place for you. Home to beer, waffles, fries and much more besides, there’s plenty to see and do in the Belgian capital.
The journey from Paris to Brussels can take just 1 hour and 23 minutes on the fastest Eurostar services, which means less time spent waiting around and more time to explore! So, what are you waiting for?
