Book tickets online at the Rail Europe Web site (see Resources below), over the phone at (888) 382-RAIL or through a travel agent.
Purchase tickets while in Europe at vending machines or train station counters. Passengers can often buy tickets on board trains as well.
Compare prices with different rail lines to find the best rates. Package deals and rail passes offer deep discounts from the moderately priced regular fares.
Look for trains that travel within cities to get around faster (and cheaper) than by rental car or taxi. Ask about rates and tickets at the train station.
Relax during the 6-hour ride from Paris to Amsterdam. Trains that travel at moderate speeds give you an opportunity to enjoy the scenery and your leisure time.
Make reservations early to solidify travel plans.
Buy rail passes to enjoy discounts that include hotel accommodations and car-rental rates.
Book train travel on the Thalys, the high-speed train running between Paris, Amsterdam and other cities in between. Major European rail lines offer tickets on this rapid transit.
Ride the Thalys for quick and affordable train travel from Paris to Amsterdam. Travel from Paris Nord to Amsterdam Central takes about 4 hours, and prices are moderate.
Relax in comfort in first class, or enjoy regularly priced seats. First-class tickets include meals and newspapers.
Purchase tickets on the Thalys before or after arriving in Europe. This train runs up to 19 times daily, and tickets are usually available.
