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The 4 Best Day Trips from Amiens

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 4 good day trips from Amiens, France, led by Paris, Lille, Reims. The closest is Cergy-Pontoise, about 1 hr 30 min by car. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Amiens at a glance

Destination	Distance	Drive time	Best as
Paris	116 km S	1 hr 50 min	Full-day trip
Lille	98 km NE	1 hr 30 min	Full-day trip
Reims	143 km SE	2 hr 15 min	Long day or overnight
Cergy-Pontoise	97 km S	1 hr 30 min	Full-day trip

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The best day trips from Amiens

1
Paris, France
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 50 min by car116 km south of Amiens3 hr 40 min round trip
What travelers see in Paris
- Louvre Museum - Home to thousands of works of art including the Mona Lisa, the Louvre is a must for art lovers and history buffs.
- Palace of Versailles - Explore the opulent grounds and stunning architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage site, a symbol of absolute monarchy.
- Tuileries Garden - A stunning garden located between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, perfect for a relaxing stroll amidst beautiful art.
Also nearby: Marne La Vallée, Paris 15 Vaugirard, Paris 20 Ménilmontant, Paris 18 Buttes-Montmartre, Paris 13 Gobelins, Paris 19 Buttes-Chaumont, Paris 13e Arrondissement, Paris 16 Passy, Paris 17 Batignolles-Monceau, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, Paris 11e Arrondissement.
15 traveler itineraries Things to do in Paris
2
Lille, France
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 30 min by car98 km north-east of Amiens3 hr round trip
3
Reims, France
Long day or overnight
About 2 hr 15 min by car143 km south-east of Amiens4 hr 30 min round trip
4
Cergy-Pontoise, France
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 30 min by car97 km south of Amiens3 hr round trip

A sample day trip: Amiens to Paris

A realistic pace for Paris, 116 km from Amiens. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

07:30Leave Amiens
09:20Arrive in Paris (1 hr 50 min drive)
09:35Louvre Museum
11:35Lunch
12:50Palace of Versailles
14:35Tuileries Garden
16:05Head back to Amiens
17:55Home in Amiens

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Amiens?: The best day trips from Amiens are Paris, Lille, Reims, Cergy-Pontoise. The closest is Cergy-Pontoise, about 1 hr 30 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Amiens?: Cergy-Pontoise is the closest, 97 km south of Amiens, roughly 1 hr 30 min by car. Best as a full-day trip.
What is the biggest city near Amiens for a day out?: Paris is the largest city in day-trip range, 116 km south of Amiens and about 1 hr 50 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Amiens?: Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Reims at 143 km, around 2 hr 15 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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