1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Engelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £154.
Distance: 667 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £154 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £148 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration 17h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Engelberg:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Engelberg costing on average £85.
A coach is £96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Engelberg costing on average £154.
Other travel options to Engelberg take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 40m.
Coach takes on average 17h 3m.
Tickets start at around £85 compared to roughly £148 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £63. The journey takes 9h 40m versus 8h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Amsterdam to Engelberg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 667 km distance in 9h 22m.
Distance 667 km |
Average train duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 22m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Discover the best of Engelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Engelberg trip today.
Monastery museum presenting books, liturgical objects and documents that explain the abbey’s long history in Engelberg.
Cheese dairy visitor exhibition showing regional production methods, with viewing areas and practical insight into local food culture.
Abbey library displaying historic volumes and manuscripts in a scholarly setting linked to Engelberg’s monastic tradition.
High mountain area with glacier views, suspension cliff walk and panoramic terraces; one of Engelberg’s signature outings.
Scenic mountain lake and walking area beneath Titlis, reached by cableway and known for clear views and relaxed trails.
Gentle riverside and alpine meadow area popular for walking, picnics and family time close to the village centre.
A hard alpine cheese from central Switzerland, traditionally made from raw cow’s milk. It reflects the region’s mountain dairy culture and is often served in rustic inns.
Melted Swiss cheese blended with wine and eaten with bread. A classic mountain meal widely enjoyed in Engelberg after skiing and during winter gatherings.
Cheese melted and scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions. A hearty alpine dish popular across central Switzerland and common in Engelberg restaurants.
Traditional Swiss restaurant in the monastery area, known for local specialities in a cosy alpine setting.
Historic hotel restaurant focused on Swiss and seasonal dishes in a polished yet welcoming dining room.
Well-known mountain and village restaurant serving Swiss classics, with a relaxed atmosphere and broad appeal.
Engelberg is pricier than many Alpine towns, with high hotel rates, costly dining and mountain transport adding to typical daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small tips are appreciated, not expected.
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Engelberg station -> Kloster Engelberg, Engelberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Engelberg 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 Engelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Engelberg trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Engelberg station pair, with some services arriving at Engelberg, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Engelberg 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 Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid 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, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
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.
Engelberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Spice Bistro, Alpenclub
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Engelberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Engelberg.
Available at Engelberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Engelberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Engelberg: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Kempinski Palace Engelberg, Hotel Bellevue-Terminus, Hotel Waldegg.
Engelberg, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Engelberg, Bahnhof.
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