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Travelling by train from Paris to Amsterdam
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The train from Paris to Amsterdam usually takes 4h 37m, but can take just 3h 19m 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, on most services, free WiFi as standard.
Opt for Eurostar’s Premium (First Class) tickets if you want that bit of extra luxury, including at-seat dining and access to the Eurostar lounge in Paris before you board. Once you arrive in Amsterdam why not check out the city's major museums, including the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk Museum, the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House and the Rembrandt House Museum.
Why not start a search for cheap train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam with us today? If you want to find out more, keep reading for FAQs and money-saving tips.
Paris to Amsterdam by train
It takes an average of 4h 38m to travel from Paris to Amsterdam by train, over a distance of around 268 miles (431 km). There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Paris to Amsterdam and tickets for this journey start from £31.54 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:53 | |
| Departure station | Paris | |
| Arrival station | Amsterdam | |
| Journey time | From 3h 20m | |
| Distance | 268 miles (431 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £31.54 | |
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Eurostar trains from Paris to Amsterdam
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). All Eurostar trains have modern, comfortable facilities, plenty of room for luggage, and onboard food and beverage carriage. There are three comfort classes on offer – Standard, Standard Premier (equivalent to Premium Economy, with light refreshments served), and Business Premier (equivalent to First or Business Class, with flexible travel options, priority boarding, lounge access and delicious food and drink included). On 1st October, 2023, Eurostar and Thalys joined forces and are now united under the Eurostar name. Eurostar now runs trains on more routes between France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. These trains, with their distinctive red colour scheme, have three classes: Standard, Comfort and Premium (equivalent to First Class, with lounge access included).
Eurostar classes from Paris to Amsterdam
Compare the different travel classes offered by Eurostar when travelling from Paris to Amsterdam.
Standard
In Standard class, 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
Standard Premier
As well as all the facilities you'll find in Standard Class, in Eurostar Standard Premier you'll also get a light meal served at your seat for trips to and from London. Instead of Standard Premier, Red trains travelling around Europe have Comfort Class. 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.
Business Premier
For trains to and from London, Business Premier gives you the freedom to travel in your own time, with speedy boarding and Eurostar's exclusive Business Premier lounges where you can relax before your trip. In Premium Class, exclusively on trains in Europe, you'll 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 (2)
- (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.
- (2) Access to the Business Premier lounge is only available for passengers travelling between the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe.
Onboard services on Eurostar
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Paris to Amsterdam.
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 Class, 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 Standard Premier, a light meal and a drink will be served at your seat.
Travel in Business 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 Premium class, 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 Standard Premier or Business Premier - you'll only pay for a Standard Class ticket. Someone can travel with you at a discounted rate.
If you're travelling on red trains in the rest of 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 Paris to Amsterdam
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 Paris to Amsterdam 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.
All you need to know about Paris Gare du Nord and Amsterdam Centraal stations
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord station
With its central location in the city, Paris Gare du Nord station is easy to reach by all modes of transport.
Public transport to Gare du Nord
Trains: TER and TGV trains from the northern suburbs of Paris, and cities like Calais and Lille, run into the station regularly. It’s also close to Gare de L’Est train station, around a 5–10-minute walk.
Metro: Metro lines 4 and 5 stop at Gare du Nord, as do RER lines B, D and E.
Buses: A lot of the local buses will stop at or near Gare du Nord station.
Taxis: There is a dedicated taxi rank outside the front of the station for drop-offs.
Facilities at the station
- Food and drink outlets
- Shops
- Toilets
- Cash machines
- Bureau de change
Arriving for your Eurostar train to Amsterdam
You should aim to arrive around 20 minutes before your train to Amsterdam is due to leave. Eurostar trains to other countries on the continent usually depart from platforms 7 and 8, and you’ll need to pass through a security gate to get onto the platform. There may also be luggage and security checks prior to you boarding the train.
Arriving at Amsterdam Centraal station
Thalys trains usually arrive into platforms 13, 14 or 15 at Amsterdam Centraal station. From here, you’ll be straight into the IJhal (the main station area) as soon as you step off the platform.
Facilities at the station
- Food and drink outlets
- Shops
- Toilets
- A pharmacy
- Bureau de change
- Bike rental
- Tourist shop selling excursion and attraction tickets
Public transport in Amsterdam
Metro, bus and tram: You can reach the metro and bus station via the IJhal. For the metro, there are entrances in the hall and outside on the city-centre side. For buses, take the escalators to get to the bus platform. Trams depart outside the station.
Taxis: There are usually plenty of taxis waiting outside the station.
Walking: It's also easy to walk from the station to the city's main sights.
Bicycles: The main way to get around in Amsterdam, you can hire bikes from a shop within the station.
Nearby attractions
- Anne Frank House: 20-minute walk
- Dam Square: 10-minute walk
- NEMO Science Museum: 13-minute walk
- Royal Palace Amsterdam: 10-minute walk
And of course, you don’t have to walk far to admire the miles of picturesque canals that loop the city.
Things to see and do in Amsterdam
Taking the train from Paris to Amsterdam is just the start. This vibrant city is full of amazing ways to spend your time there. Take a look at some of our inspirational guides to Amsterdam to help plan your visit.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Paris to Amsterdam? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Paris to Amsterdam take?
The average journey time by train between Paris and Amsterdam is 4 hours and 38 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Paris and Amsterdam by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Paris to Amsterdam is 3 hours and 20 minutes.
How much does the train from Paris to Amsterdam cost?
Train ticket prices from Paris to Amsterdam can start from as little as £31.54 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Paris to Amsterdam?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Paris to Amsterdam without having to change trains. There are 11 direct trains from Paris to Amsterdam each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
What time does the first train from Paris to Amsterdam leave?
The first train from Paris to Amsterdam leaves at 06:19. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Paris to Amsterdam leave?
The last train from Paris to Amsterdam leaves at 20:53. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Paris and Amsterdam by train?
Trains travelling from Paris to Amsterdam cover a distance of around 268 miles (431 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Amsterdam to Paris. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Paris to Amsterdam.