There are 9 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 23m
110€ - 230€
Cheapest option
Bus • 7h 30m
16€ - 35€
7 alternative options
Bus via Amsterdam, Duivendrecht • 7h 28m
29€ - 42€
Rideshare • 6h 3m
32€
Drive • 4h 58m
60€ - 95€
Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG • 4h 17m
71€ - 163€
Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Orly • 4h 10m
72€ - 186€
Train to Brussels, fly to Paris CDG • 4h 44m
154€ - 378€
Train to Dusseldorf, fly to Paris CDG • 6h 28m
89€ - 300€
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International entry into France from Netherlands
Allowed for: Citizens and permanent residents, as well as residents from EU Schengen Area (EU countries, Iceland, Show More. Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland), Andorra, Monaco, Vatican, San Marino, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay, Bahrain, Panama, United Arab Emirates, United States, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Bahamas, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Guyana, India, Iraq, Israel, Kosovo, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Oman, Palestine, Paraguay, Peru, Qatar, Serbia, Turkey and Ukraine
Restricted for: Foreign nationals, with the above exceptions
Conditions of entry to France
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Rules to follow in France
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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
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- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
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The 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 hotline on 800 130 000.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Netherlands from France.
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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 30m.
The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Paris is to train which costs 110€ - 230€ and takes 3h 23m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam, Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.
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 23m and costs 110€ - 230€.
The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Paris Nord takes 3h 23m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Amsterdam to Paris bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam, Amsterdam 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 23m and costs 110€ - 230€. Alternatively, you can bus via Amsterdam, Duivendrecht, which costs 29€ - 45€ and takes 7h 28m, you could also fly, which costs 70€ - 170€ and takes 4h 17m.
- Distance: 430.1 km
- Duration: 3h 23m
What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Paris, France?
Thalys operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Paris Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost 110€ - 230€ and the journey takes 3h 23m. Alternatively, Eurolines FR operates a bus from Amsterdam, Duivendrecht to Paris, Gallieni hourly. Tickets cost 27€ - 40€ and the journey takes 6h 30m.
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 320€
Flights from Dusseldorf to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 280€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 320€
Flights from Dusseldorf to Paris CDG via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 22m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 90€ - 330€
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 130€ - 310€
Flights from Dusseldorf to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 55€ - 280€
Flights from Dusseldorf to Paris CDG via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 130€ - 340€
- Website
- eurowings.com
Flights from Dusseldorf to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 55€ - 280€
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Brussels to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 280€ - 1300€
- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris CDG via London Heathrow
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 600€
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 360€
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 50€
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Paris Orly via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 290€
- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Paris Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 23m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 230€
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- 110€ - 150€
- Comfort
- 120€ - 160€
- Premium
- 160€ - 230€
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Anvers-Central
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 55€ - 110€
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- 55€ - 80€
- Comfort
- 65€ - 90€
- Premium
- 80€ - 110€
Dutch Railways (NS) is the main passenger railway operator in the Netherlands. Founded in 1938, NS connects all major cities in the Netherlands, and offers night trains, international trains, Intercity direct, and trains to and from the airport. NS International is the international subsidiary of NS; their services include high-speed trains such as Thalys, ICE International, Eurostar and TGV, to major European hubs including Paris, London, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt and Lille.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +31 30 751 5155
- Website
- ns.nl
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 50€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 22€ - 30€
- 1st Class
- 35€ - 50€
Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Amsterdam, Duivendrecht to Paris, Gallieni
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 40€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
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 30m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 25€ - 31€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 21€
- Website
- Blablabus
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 FlixBus, 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.
British Airways, Lufthansa, KLM and Air France offer flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Paris CDG Airport.
Book your Amsterdam to Paris bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 19843+ hotels available in Paris. Prices start at 87€ per night.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is to train which takes 18 min and costs 6€ - 13€.