- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaandam to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaandam to Paris will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zaandam for Paris on Sat, Aug 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Trains from Zaandam to Paris run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 but you can travel from only $22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zaandam to Paris trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3045+ 8247+ 7060+ 19736 | 12:38 PM Zaandam station | 5h36 | 6:14 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4 transfers | |
4147+ 9352 | 12:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 4:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
2747+ 8147+ 9352 | 12:55 PM Zaandam station | 3h43 | 4:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
3049+ 8251+ 9838 · 7534 | 1:38 PM Zaandam station | 5h30 | 7:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4 transfers | |
4151+ 9358 | 1:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h45 | 5:35 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
2751+ 8151+ 9358 | 1:55 PM Zaandam station | 3h40 | 5:35 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
4155+ 9364 | 2:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 6:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
4155+ 9464 | 2:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 6:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
2755+ 8155+ 9364 | 2:55 PM Zaandam station | 3h43 | 6:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
3057+ 8259+ 9552+ 9374 | 3:38 PM Zaandam station | 4h27 | 8:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3 transfers | |
3057+ 8259+ 9474+ 9552 | 3:38 PM Zaandam station | 4h27 | 8:05 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3 transfers | |
4159+ 9370 | 3:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h45 | 7:35 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
2759+ 8159+ 9370 | 3:55 PM Zaandam station | 3h40 | 7:35 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
4163+ 9476 | 4:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 8:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
4163+ 9376 | 4:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 8:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
2763+ 8163+ 9376 | 4:55 PM Zaandam station | 3h43 | 8:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
4167+ 9382 | 5:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 9:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
2767+ 8167+ 9382 | 5:55 PM Zaandam station | 3h43 | 9:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2 transfers | |
4171+ 9388 | 6:50 PM Zaandam station | 3h48 | 10:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 6:38 AM Zaandam | 6h01 | 12:39 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:38 AM Zaandam | 4h37 | 2:15 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaandam to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zaandam to Paris trains use the Zaandam to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare de Lyon. Use this guide to compare Zaandam and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zaandam 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 Puur Saen, De Koffiezaak
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zaandam. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zaandam. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zaandam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zaandam: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaandam: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam, Best Western Zaan Inn, easyHotel Amsterdam Zaandam.
Koog-Zaandijk is 3 km from Zaandam city centre. Public transport options include:
Koog-Zaandijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Koog-Zaandijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Koog-Zaandijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Koog-Zaandijk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koog-Zaandijk: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Heerlijck Slaapen op de Zaanse Schans, Hotel Zaandijk, Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam.
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.
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