How to get from Paris to Amsterdam by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 267 miles (430 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus | |
Fastest mode | Bus • $78 (€70) • 8 h 5 min | |
Popular travel companies | BlaBlaCar Bus |
Travel 267 miles (430 km) by bus to Amsterdam from Paris. BlaBlaCar Bus is the main travel company operating this route. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Paris to Amsterdam.
Travelers journey between Paris and Amsterdam frequently for both business and leisure. It is convenient to travel from Paris to Amsterdam by plane, train or bus with direct routes departing multiple times per day. Key departure points in Paris include Gare Paris-Bercy bus station, Paris-Gare du Nord train station, and Paris-Orly airport.
Trains from Paris to Amsterdam | Buses from Paris to Amsterdam | Flights from Paris to Amsterdam
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
|
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Bus |
€25 |
6:45 h |
2 Months Ahead |
Train |
€81 |
3:17 h |
2 Months Ahead |
Flight |
€74 |
1:15 h |
2 Months Ahead |
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. Buses traveling from Paris to Amsterdam depart from either Paris' Gare Bercy, Porte Maillot, or Routiere Gallieni bus stations and take at least 6:45 h to arrive at Amsterdam's Sloterdijk bus station. Over 20 buses travel from Paris to Amsterdam every day with the first bus departing Paris at 7:00 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Paris to Amsterdam include Ouibus, Flixbus, and Eurolines.
Flying is the fastest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. Taking a flight is at least 2 hours faster than taking the train and approximately 5 and a half hours faster than taking the bus. However, when traveling to and from Paris and Amsterdam's airports is considered, taking a high-speed Thalys train is actually the faster option for arriving in Amsterdam's city center. Flights traveling from Paris to Amsterdam depart from either Paris' Charles de Gaulle or Orly airport and arrive at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport. Both KLM and Air France travel directly from Paris to Amsterdam.
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam. While the train is often more expensive than taking the bus or flying, the time saved avoiding traveling to and from Paris and Amsterdam's airports makes up for the additional cost for most travelers. Some of the train ticket cost can be offset by planning ahead and booking your Paris to Amsterdam travel as far ahead of time as possible. All trains traveling from Paris to Amsterdam are operated by Thalys, depart from Paris Gare du Nord, and arrive at Amsterdam Centraal train station. High-speed Thalys trains take 3:17 h to travel from Paris to Amsterdam.
Amsterdam is a vibrant international city that draws more than 5 million international visitors per year. Some of Amsterdam's main attractions include the historic canals, the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank's House, the red-light district, and the city's many coffee shops.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $21 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Thalys is a high-speed train company with trains to Amsterdam from Paris based in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains that travel at speeds of up to 300 km/h. Thalys offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort and Premium, each with its own set of benefits. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, a bistro car and a selection of newspapers and magazines. The most popular routes for Thalys are Paris to Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
You can go from Paris to Amsterdam by bus.
The fastest way to travel from Paris to Amsterdam is by bus with an average journey time of 8 h 5 min.
The distance from Paris to Amsterdam is approximately 267 miles (430 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Amsterdam is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Paris to Amsterdam as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Amsterdam:
The following travel company offer services from Paris to Amsterdam:
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Amsterdam:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Amsterdam as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Paris and Amsterdam.
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