Amsterdam to Paris Trains

The Amsterdam to Paris distance is about 514 kilometers (which is approximately 319 miles).

The most popular direct train from Amsterdam to Paris is the Thalys train, which connects the two towns in very short travel times. This direct bullet train is modern, well-equipped, and offers comfortable seats and spacious cabins.

The train ride from Amsterdam to Paris takes as little as 3 hours and 20 minutes, making it a very wise choice when traveling between the cities. The modern high-speed train Thalys departs from and arrives to the city centers, the Amsterdam Centraal Station in Amsterdam and the Paris-Nord Station in Paris. The average travel time on a bus would take 8 and a half hours, whereas you’ll need to add on about 2 hours to the 1-hour-15-minute flight for getting to the airports, all located on the cities’ outskirts.

The earliest Amsterdam to Paris train time departure is around 6:15 a.m., whereas the last train leaves at about 7:15 p.m. Please note that depending on the season the timetable might change.

For those planning to book train tickets from Amsterdam to Paris we advise doing so as early as you can to get ahold of best seat options and fares when compared to last-minute bookings. For your convenience, you can book your tickets on Rail Ninja as early as 2 years in advance.

The Amsterdam to Paris train cost depends on many things, including the chosen coach class, the traveler's age, and how close the date of purchase is to the departure date. Generally, prices start from around 85 USD per ticket.

There are three travel classes onboard the Thalys train to select from: Standard, Comfort, and Premium. All coach classes have comfortable seats with electric sockets and have free WiFi. Standard class offers the most affordable ticket prices. Comfort class has better seats and grants the option to exchange the ticket, in case it’ll be needed. Premium is the fanciest class on the train with an included meal.

The Amsterdam to Paris route is noted for great picturesque views from the train’s large panoramic windows. The train passes many scenic parts of the French countryside along with a large part of the Belgian territory and that of the Netherlands.

This modern train is considered to be a safe travel option. There are security checks at the stations prior to boarding the train. It is advised to have at least 20 extra minutes before departure for passing the security procedure which is similar to that in airports.