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Marinemuseum
Major Dutch naval museum with warships, submarine visits and exhibits on maritime history. One of Den Helder’s standout attractions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Den Helder is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Den Helder will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 15 trains from Amsterdam to Den Helder, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Amsterdam to Den Helder run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Amsterdam to Den Helder.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Den Helder trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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SPR 4312 · SPR 4114 · IC 2914 | 6:23 Amsterdam RAI | 2h03 | 8:26 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 2914 | 7:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 8:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2914 | 7:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 8:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2916 | 7:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 8:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2916 | 7:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 8:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2918 | 8:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 9:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2918 | 8:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 9:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2920 | 8:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 9:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2920 | 8:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 9:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2922 | 9:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 10:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2922 | 9:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 10:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2924 | 9:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 10:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2924 | 9:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 10:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2926 | 10:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 11:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2926 | 10:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 11:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2928 | 10:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 11:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2928 | 10:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 11:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2730 | 11:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 12:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2730 | 11:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 12:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2732 | 11:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 12:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2732 | 11:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 12:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2734 | 12:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 13:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2734 | 12:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 13:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2736 | 12:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 13:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2736 | 12:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 13:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2738 | 13:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 14:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2738 | 13:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 14:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5740 · SPR 8344 · IC 3042 | 13:36 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 15:26 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3040 | 13:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 14:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3040 | 13:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 14:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5742 · SPR 8346 · IC 3044 | 14:06 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 15:56 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3042 | 14:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 15:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3042 | 14:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 15:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5744 · SPR 8246 · IC 3046 | 14:36 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 16:26 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3044 | 14:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 15:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3044 | 14:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 15:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5746 · SPR 8350 · IC 3048 | 15:06 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 16:56 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3046 | 15:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 16:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3046 | 15:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 16:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5748 · SPR 8250 · IC 3050 | 15:36 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 17:26 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3048 | 15:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 16:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3048 | 15:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 16:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5750 · SPR 8354 · IC 3052 | 16:06 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 17:56 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3050 | 16:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 17:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3050 | 16:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 17:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5752 · SPR 8254 · IC 3054 | 16:36 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 18:26 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3052 | 16:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 17:52 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3052 | 16:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 17:56 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 5754 · SPR 8358 · IC 3056 | 17:06 Amsterdam RAI | 1h50 | 18:56 Den Helder station | 2 changes | |
IC 3054 | 17:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h17 | 18:26 Den Helder station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3054 | 17:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 1h13 | 18:22 Den Helder Zuid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major Dutch naval museum with warships, submarine visits and exhibits on maritime history. One of Den Helder’s standout attractions.
Small rescue museum about the Dutch lifeboat service, with boats and volunteer stories. A personable local museum near the coast.
Aquarium and North Sea museum inside Fort Kijkduin, combining marine life with coastal history. Popular with families and casual visitors.
Popular sandy beach backed by dunes and sea defences. Ideal for walks, sunsets and combining with nearby coastal landmarks.
Dune area and viewpoint near Huisduinen with broad North Sea views. A rewarding place for walking and experiencing the coast.
Village-like coastal quarter with lighthouse, sea wall and historic atmosphere. Excellent for a slower walk away from the town centre.
Cold salad of tiny North Sea shrimp with mayonnaise, often on bread. A classic Dutch coastal bite closely tied to North Holland fishing culture.
Lightly battered and fried cod or whiting, served hot with remoulade or garlic sauce. A staple from Dutch fish stalls in North Sea towns.
Raw lightly cured herring, usually with onion and gherkin. It is one of the most traditional Dutch seafood snacks and common in harbour towns.
Popular harbour-area seafood restaurant known for fresh fish dishes and a relaxed maritime atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant in Willemsoord serving seafood, grill dishes and drinks in a lively historic dockyard setting.
Stylish dining venue in Den Helder with modern French and Dutch cooking, suited to a more refined evening meal.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost more than smaller EU towns, but local buses, ferries and casual meals are manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Den Helder by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Den Helder, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Den Helder trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Den Helder station pair, with some services arriving at Den Helder Zuid. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Den Helder train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam RAI is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam RAI has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Restaurant Riva
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam RAI. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam RAI. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam RAI: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Amsterdam City, Holiday Inn Amsterdam, Motel One Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
Den Helder has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Stoom, De Oude Gast
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Helder. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Helder. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Helder: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Helder: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Helder: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Den Helder, Forest Hotel, Hotel Wienerhof.
Den Helder Zuid is 3 km from Den Helder city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Helder Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Den Helder Zuid.
ATMs are available at Den Helder Zuid.
Available at Den Helder Zuid: Parking.
Available at Den Helder Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Helder Zuid.
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