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How to get from Antwerp to Paris
The fastest way from Antwerp to Paris is the direct high-speed train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord, about 2 h. Coaches are the cheapest option at about 4 h 30 to 5 h, and driving takes about 3 h 30 to 4 h.
Best option: Train. Direct high-speed trains link the two city-centre stations in about two hours, far faster than driving into Paris traffic.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Direct Eurostar high-speed trains (the former Thalys service) from Antwerpen-Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord; or a domestic train to Brussels-Midi and a high-speed train from there | about 2 h direct | a few direct trains a day; more options via Brussels | about €35–120, cheapest when booked early | Seats are reserved; book ahead for weekends. |
| bus Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and others) from Antwerp to Paris | about 4 h 30 to 5 h | several a day | about €15–35 | Paris stops are often on the edge of the city, such as Bercy; check the stop. |
| car E19 to Brussels, then the E19/A2 and A1 to Paris | about 3 h 30 to 4 h | fuel plus French motorway tolls of about €15–20 | Paris requires a Crit'Air low-emission sticker; parking is expensive and traffic is heavy. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Book the direct train early; fares rise sharply close to departure.
- Antwerpen-Centraal has a high-speed level below the main hall; allow 10 minutes to reach the platform.
- Gare du Nord connects to Metro lines 4 and 5 and RER B, D and E.
- If driving, order the Crit'Air sticker online well before the trip.
Common questions
Is there a direct train from Antwerp to Paris?
Yes. Eurostar runs direct high-speed trains, formerly branded Thalys, from Antwerpen-Centraal to Paris Gare du Nord in about two hours. There are only a few direct departures a day, but you can also take a domestic train to Brussels-Midi and change to one of the more frequent high-speed trains there. Seats must be reserved.
What is the cheapest way from Antwerp to Paris?
Long-distance coaches are usually cheapest, from about €15–35 one way, but the trip takes about 4 h 30 to 5 h. Early-booked high-speed train fares can come close to coach prices, especially on weekdays. Driving is rarely cheaper once you add tolls, fuel and Paris parking.
Can I do Antwerp to Paris as a day trip?
Yes. With about two hours each way on the direct train, an early departure gives you most of a day in Paris and an evening train home. Book both legs ahead, since last-minute fares are high. By coach or car, the round trip of eight to ten hours makes a day trip tiring.
Do I need to book the train ahead?
Yes, seat reservations are compulsory on the high-speed trains, and fares work like airline tickets: the earlier you book, the lower the price. Popular departures on Friday and Sunday evenings sell out. Domestic Belgian trains to Brussels do not need a reservation, but the high-speed leg from Brussels does.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.