What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Amsterdam is to rideshare which costs €32 - €35 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Paris to Amsterdam?

The fastest way to get from Paris to Amsterdam is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €50 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Paris to Amsterdam?

The distance between Paris and Amsterdam is 514 km. The road distance is 495.1 km.

How do I travel from Paris to Amsterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Paris to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €50 - €250.

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

The train from Paris Nord to Amsterdam Centraal takes 3h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paris to Amsterdam bus from?

Paris to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Amsterdam train from?

Paris to Amsterdam train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Paris to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Paris to Amsterdam is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €50 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €110 - €290 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Paris to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Paris to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Paris to Amsterdam train arrive?

Paris to Amsterdam train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Paris to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Amsterdam is 495 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Paris to Amsterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to Amsterdam?

Book your Paris to Amsterdam train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Paris to Amsterdam?

Book your Paris to Amsterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

There are 2793+ hotels available in Amsterdam.

Can I share a ride from Paris to Amsterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Paris and Amsterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Paris to Amsterdam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Paris to Amsterdam by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
3h 28m
€50–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus X800 / ...
6h 35m
€30–60
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to Amsterdamrideshare 494.6 km
6h
€32–35
Fly
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane CDG - AMS
4h 1m
€112–285
Drive 495.1 km
1. Drive from Paris to Amsterdamcar 495.1 km
5h 17m
€89–128

Paris to Amsterdam by train

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Distance: 513.7 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Amsterdam Centraal hourly. Tickets cost €140–250 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Amsterdam Sloterdijk every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 6h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route every 2 hours.

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