- Must visit
Frans Hals Museum
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Cheapest price
€64
Average price
€134
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Haarlem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Haarlem will cost around €134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Haarlem without transferring at least once.
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8150Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Haarlem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 263 miles (424 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€147 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €516 Average price | €121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Haarlem:
A bus is €101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Haarlem costing on average €147.
A bus is €470 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Haarlem costing on average €516.
Other travel options to Haarlem take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 7h 42m.
You'll arrive about 2h 47m sooner (3h 44m by train vs 6h 31m by car). Tickets start at around €147 compared to roughly €121 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Haarlem trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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9329+ 4845 | 10:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h57 | 2:44 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
9329+ 2145+ 8144 | 10:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h48 | 2:35 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
9429+ 9547+ 2349+ 8246 | 10:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h34 | 3:21 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
9329+ 9547+ 8246+ 2349 | 10:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h34 | 3:21 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
9435+ 9551+ 2353+ 8250 | 11:48 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h33 | 4:21 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
9439+ 4851 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h02 | 4:14 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
9339+ 2151+ 8150 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h53 | 4:05 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
9439+ 8150+ 2151 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h53 | 4:05 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
9339+ 4851 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h02 | 4:14 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
7037 · 9862+ 9559+ 2361 | 1:11 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h10 | 6:21 PM Haarlem station | 4 transfers | |
7037 · 9862+ 2361+ 9559 | 1:14 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h07 | 6:21 PM Haarlem station | 4 transfers | |
9351+ 2354 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h44 | 6:06 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
9351+ 2159+ 8158 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h43 | 6:05 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
9459+ 9567+ 2369+ 8266 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h26 | 8:21 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
9359+ 9567+ 8266+ 2369 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h26 | 8:21 PM Haarlem station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris to Haarlem run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €78 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:04, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €78 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 3:04 AM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Haarlem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Haarlem trip today.
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Museum of science in the former home of Pieter Teyler, with fossils, instruments, drawings, and a beautiful 18th-century Oval Room.
City history museum covering Haarlem’s art, civic life, and changing society. A strong overview for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Haarlem’s main square, framed by monumental buildings, markets, and terraces. The best place to start exploring the old city center.
Elegant canal street along the Spaarne with museums, historic houses, and waterside views. One of Haarlem’s most scenic walking routes.
Broad shopping street linking key central sights, lined with historic façades and local stores. Ideal for a lively walk through Haarlem.
A classic Dutch bar snack of deep-fried beef ragout in a crisp crumb coating. It is beloved in cafés and borrel culture across Haarlem.
Small fluffy Dutch pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A traditional sweet treat popular at markets, fairs, and pancake houses.
Lightly battered apple rings fried until golden, often dusted with sugar. A traditional Dutch pastry snack especially associated with colder months.
Refined fine dining restaurant with creative seasonal tasting menus and elegant service. One of Haarlem's most acclaimed special-occasion addresses.
Casual local favorite for excellent seafood, especially herring and fried fish. A practical stop to try classic Dutch fish-stall flavors.
Atmospheric brewery restaurant in a former church, known for Jopen beers and Dutch pub dishes. Lively, iconic, and very popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and prices are usually below Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Haarlem by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Haarlem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Haarlem trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Haarlem station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. Use this guide to compare Paris and Haarlem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Croq'Voyage, Eat'Shop, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:45 - 18:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Bercy Bourgogne - Pays d'Auvergne: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station. An office to assist people with disabilities is located next to the ticket office, open daily from 06:00 to 23:15.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Paris Bercy, Kyriad Paris Bercy Village, Hotel Le Quartier Bercy-Square.
Haarlem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Morris, De Ripper
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Haarlem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Haarlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haarlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haarlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Grand Hotel Frans Hals, Hotel Lion d'Or, Carlton Square Hotel.
Haarlem Spaarnwoude is 2 km from Haarlem city centre. Public transport options include:
Haarlem Spaarnwoude has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
ATMs are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
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