Useful information about your train trip to Paris

Soon you will travel with NS International to Paris. In order to provide you with the best possible service, we have collected all the useful information relating to your journey.

Practical information

Travel updates

Be prepared for your trip and view the current travel information before you leave.

Your ticket close at hand

With the NS International App you will always have your ticket close at hand and be up-to-date with the latest information.

Don't rush

RAre you travelling with a lot of luggage or with children and do you have to change trains? Don't rush and catch an earlier train.

Taking the metro in Paris

How and where to buy tickets for the metro, bus and tram in Paris?

Changing and cancelling train tickets

Manage your booking: cancel or change your booking.

Before you go

Helpful travel tips, information on luggage and bringing your bike or pet on board the train.

During your trip

To make your trip in various European cities as smoothly as possible, we will give you more information.

Floor plan Paris station

Here you will find a map of Paris Gare du Nord station.

Tips for when travelling by train

We offer 10 tips to help you make the most of your precious time and to make your trip enjoyable.

Great tips

Parc Astérix Paris

Step back in time with a visit to Parc Astérix, the fantastic theme park in Plailly, about 35 kilometres north of Paris.

Weekend getaway Paris

Paris is the ideal destination for a citytrip. Art, culture and the good life go hand-in-hand in this multifaceted metropolis.

Shopping in Paris

These are the 5 best districts for shopping in the French capital.

Tips Paris

Enjoy the city, its architecture, shops, parks and squares. 10 special tips!

Paris with children

With these practical tips, your visit to Paris will be an unforgettable experience for the whole family!

Restaurants in Paris

From frikandel to Haute Cuisine. Discover our favourite French dishes in Paris and the best places to eat them.

A day out in Paris

Paris is the ideal destination for a day trip. Tips for visiting the 10th and 19th arrondissements.

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris-Charles de Gaulle is one of Europe’s most important airports. It is located about 25 km northeast of Paris and easily accessible by train.