Thalys
Thalys's Most Popular Routes
- Paris to Brussels in 1 hour 17 minutes
- Paris to Amsterdam in 3 hours 18 minutes
- Amsterdam to Brussels in 1 hour 53 minutes
- Brussels to Cologne in 1 hour 47 minutes
- Paris to Cologne in 3 hours 14 minutes
- Paris to Rotterdam in a 2 hours 36 minutes
- Paris to Liege in a 2 hours 10 minutes
- Paris to Antwerpen in a 2 hours 4 minutes
Thalys Train Stations
Direct connect from Paris to Amsterdam and beyond.
The high-speed Thalys train provides direct links to 17 cities including Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne in over 50 round-trips a day. It can even take you from Paris to Brussels in less than ninety minutes. For the cost-conscious, it’s recommended that you book your tickets as soon as possible since this train offers advance purchase discounts. So let’s go. Fill in the blanks. You’re practically there.
Maybe it’s time to pack away the schedule
Why not get a rail pass instead? You’ll be able to visit even more places with spontaneity. And the more land your pass covers, the bigger your savings. How about that? More moolah for souveniers.
Wait! Do I need a reservation for my train trip?
If your journey includes Paris, Belgium, The Netherlands, and Germany, then the high-speed Thalys train is your best option. Reservations are required on this famous "red train." Reservations can be requested within 90 days of your travel date.
Click here to get your reservation
Amsterdam by canal: that should float your boat.
Why not navigate Amsterdam by canal? With a Canal Bus Day Pass you can freely hop on and off any of three water routes with stops by major museums, attractions and shops.

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