There are 8 ways to get from Amsterdam to Paris by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 3h 20m
110€ - 230€
Cheapest option
Bus • 7h 5m
16€ - 35€
6 alternative options
Bus via Amsterdam, Duivendrecht • 7h 40m
26€ - 32€
Rideshare • 6h 3m
32€
Drive • 4h 58m
60€ - 95€
Fly to Paris CDG • 4h 11m
66€ - 152€
Fly to Paris Orly • 4h 7m
62€ - 175€
Fly to Paris Le Bourget Apt, train • 5h 1m
109€ - 668€
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International entry into France from Netherlands
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
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Conditions of entry into France from Netherlands
- Health screen upon arrival. Those showing symptoms will be asked to self-quarantine
- Health declaration required
- Exempted International Movement Certificate for travel required
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- Negative Covid-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 7 day mandatory self-quarantine
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Considerations leaving from Netherlands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into France is currently allowed from Netherlands.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Paris is 800 130 000.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Paris is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Paris is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 130 000.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Netherlands from France.
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Last updated: 19 Jan 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Paris is to bus which costs 16€ - 35€ and takes 7h 5m.
The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Paris is to train which costs 110€ - 230€ and takes 3h 20m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk and arriving at Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.
The distance between Amsterdam and Paris is 430 km. The road distance is 499.3 km.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Paris without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs 110€ - 230€.
The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Paris Nord takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs four times a day.
Amsterdam to Paris bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk station.
Amsterdam to Paris train services, operated by Thalys, depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Paris is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs 110€ - 230€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 16€ - 35€ and takes 7h 5m, you could also fly, which costs 65€ - 160€ and takes 4h 11m.
- Distance: 430.1 km
- Duration: 3h 20m
What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Paris, France?
Thalys operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Paris Nord 4 times a day. Tickets cost 110€ - 230€ and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, Blablabus operates a bus from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine every 4 hours. Tickets cost 16€ - 21€ and the journey takes 7h 5m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a week.
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 300€
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 300€
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 350€
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 55€
- Website
- flexflight.dk
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Le Bourget Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 650€
- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Paris Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 230€
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- 110€ - 150€
- Comfort
- 120€ - 160€
- Premium
- 160€ - 230€
Transilien is a suburban rail network operated by SNCF that departs from major Paris train stations and connects the Ile de France region. Transilien operates the following lines: RER A, B, C, D, and E; Transilien trains H, J, K, L, N, P, R and U; Tram 4 and 11 Express; and the Noctilien night bus. Tickets and passes can be purchased from ‘Ile-de-France’ ticket machines and desks in train, Metro and RER stations.
Contact Details
- Website
- transilien.com
Train from Villiers Le Bel Gonesse Arnouville to Chatelet Les Halles
- Ave. Duration
- 23 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- 3€ - 5€
- Website
- Transilien
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 21€
- Website
- Blablabus
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Amsterdam, Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 25€ - 31€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Amsterdam, Duivendrecht to Paris, Gallieni
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 30m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 30€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Amsterdam to Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 3m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 32€
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Paris CDG Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Amsterdam to Paris bus services, operated by Blablabus, arrive at Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine station.
Amsterdam to Paris train services, operated by Thalys, arrive at Paris Nord station.
Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Paris is 499 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Amsterdam to Paris.
KLM and Air France offer flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Paris CDG Airport.
Book your Amsterdam to Paris train tickets online with Omio and Omio.
Book your Amsterdam to Paris bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 19761+ hotels available in Paris. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is to train which takes 13 min and costs 6€ - 13€.