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Sincfala Museum
Contemporary art museum set in a former school. It presents changing exhibitions in an intimate setting close to the seafront.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
124
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 124 trains that leave Amsterdam for Knokke-Heist every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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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ECD 9512Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 159 km
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£62 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9520+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h21 | 11:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9520+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h14 | 11:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9520+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h17 | 11:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9520+ 709 · 531+ 18102 | 8:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h17 | 11:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9520+ 709 · 531+ 18102 | 8:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h14 | 11:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9520+ 709 · 531+ 18102 | 8:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h21 | 11:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9322+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h12 | 11:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9322+ 1831+ 18103 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h12 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 2 changes | |
9322+ 1831+ 18103 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h09 | 12:19 Heist | 2 changes | |
9322+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 11:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9322+ 1831+ 18103 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h16 | 12:26 Knokke | 2 changes | |
9322+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h16 | 11:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9322+ 709 · 531+ 18102 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h16 | 11:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9322+ 709 · 531+ 18102 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 11:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9322+ 709 · 531+ 18102 | 8:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h12 | 11:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9322+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h05 | 11:19 Heist | 4 changes | |
1820+ 9322+ 19714 · 531 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h12 | 11:26 Knokke | 4 changes | |
1820+ 9322+ 709 · 531 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h12 | 11:26 Knokke | 4 changes | |
1820+ 9322+ 709 · 531 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h05 | 11:19 Heist | 4 changes | |
1820+ 9322+ 709 · 531 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h08 | 11:22 Duinbergen | 4 changes | |
9322+ 19714 · 531+ 18102 | 8:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h08 | 11:22 Duinbergen | 4 changes | |
9524+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h17 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9524+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h14 | 12:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9524+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h21 | 12:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9524+ 710 · 532+ 18103 | 9:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h21 | 12:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9524+ 710 · 532+ 18103 | 9:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h17 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9524+ 710 · 532+ 18103 | 9:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h14 | 12:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9328+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h01 | 13:11 Duinbergen | 1 change | |
9328+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h16 | 12:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9328+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h57 | 13:07 Heist | 1 change | |
9428+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 12:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9328+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 12:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9428+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 13:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9328+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 13:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9428+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h16 | 12:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9428+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h57 | 13:07 Heist | 1 change | |
9428+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h12 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9428+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h01 | 13:11 Duinbergen | 1 change | |
9328+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h12 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9328+ 710 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 12:19 Heist | 3 changes | |
9328+ 710 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h16 | 12:26 Knokke | 3 changes | |
9328+ 710 · 532+ 18103 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h12 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 3 changes | |
9428+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 13:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9328+ 2833 | 9:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 13:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
1824+ 9328+ 2833 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h53 | 13:07 Heist | 2 changes | |
1824+ 9328+ 2833 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h01 | 13:15 Knokke | 2 changes | |
9328+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h12 | 12:26 Knokke | 4 changes | |
9428+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h12 | 12:26 Knokke | 4 changes | |
1824+ 9328+ 710 · 532 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h05 | 12:19 Heist | 4 changes | |
1824+ 9328+ 710 · 532 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h12 | 12:26 Knokke | 4 changes | |
9428+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h08 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 4 changes | |
9428+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h05 | 12:19 Heist | 4 changes | |
1824+ 9328+ 710 · 532 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h08 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 4 changes | |
1824+ 9428+ 2833 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h57 | 13:11 Duinbergen | 2 changes | |
9328+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h05 | 12:19 Heist | 4 changes | |
1824+ 9428+ 2833 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h53 | 13:07 Heist | 2 changes | |
1824+ 9428+ 2833 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h01 | 13:15 Knokke | 2 changes | |
1824+ 9328+ 2833 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h57 | 13:11 Duinbergen | 2 changes | |
9328+ 19734 · 532+ 18103 | 9:14 Amsterdam Zuid | 3h08 | 12:22 Duinbergen | 4 changes | |
9328+ 2833 | 9:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 13:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9428+ 2833 | 9:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 13:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9528+ 2834 | 10:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h10 | 14:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9528+ 2834 | 10:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h06 | 14:11 Duinbergen | 1 change | |
9528+ 2834 | 10:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h02 | 14:07 Heist | 1 change | |
9532+ 2835 | 11:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h10 | 15:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9532+ 2835 | 11:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h02 | 15:07 Heist | 1 change | |
9532+ 2835 | 11:05 Amsterdam Zuid | 4h06 | 15:11 Duinbergen | 1 change | |
9370+ 2840 | 16:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 20:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9370+ 2840 | 16:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 20:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9476+ 2841 | 17:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 21:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9376+ 2841 | 17:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 21:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9476+ 2841 | 17:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 21:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9376+ 2841 | 17:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 21:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9382+ 2842 | 18:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 22:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9382+ 2842 | 18:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 22:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9388+ 2843 | 19:10 Amsterdam Centraal | 4h05 | 23:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
9388+ 2843 | 19:27 Schiphol Airport | 3h48 | 23:15 Knokke | 1 change | |
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IC 1413 · IC 1117 · IC 3607 · IC 2207 | 3:46 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h53 | 7:39 Vlissingen station | 3 changes | |
IC 1413 · IC 1117 · IC 3607 · IC 2207 | 3:46 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h50 | 7:36 Vlissingen Souburg | 3 changes | |
IC 2309 | 5:06 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h44 | 7:50 Vlissingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2309 · IC 3609 | 5:06 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h02 | 8:08 Vlissingen Souburg | 1 change | |
SPR 4308 · IC 2211 | 5:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3h05 | 8:39 Vlissingen station | 1 change | |
IC 2211 | 5:36 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h03 | 8:39 Vlissingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2211 | 5:36 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h00 | 8:36 Vlissingen Souburg | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 2917 · IC 3611 · IC 2211 | 5:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 3h00 | 8:39 Vlissingen station | 2 changes | |
IC 2917 · IC 3611 · IC 2211 | 5:39 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h57 | 8:36 Vlissingen Souburg | 2 changes | |
SPR 8219 · IC 2211+ ECD 9512 | 5:49 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h47 | 8:36 Vlissingen Souburg | 2 changes | |
SPR 8219 · IC 2211+ ECD 9512 | 5:49 Amsterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 8:39 Vlissingen station | 2 changes | |
SPR 5710 · IC 2313 | 5:55 Amsterdam RAI | 2h55 | 8:50 Vlissingen station | 1 change | |
SPR 5710 · IC 2211+ ECD 9512 | 5:55 Amsterdam RAI | 2h44 | 8:39 Vlissingen station | 2 changes | |
SPR 4312 · IC 2313+ ICD 9714 | 6:16 Amsterdam RAI | 2h34 | 8:50 Vlissingen station | 2 changes | |
SPR 5712 · IC 2215 | 6:34 Amsterdam RAI | 3h05 | 9:39 Vlissingen station | 1 change | |
SPR 4319 · SPR 7421 · IC 3121 · IC 2921 | 6:35 Amsterdam RAI | 3h04 | 9:39 Vlissingen station | 5 changes | |
SPR 4314 · IC 2215+ ECD 9516 | 6:55 Amsterdam RAI | 2h44 | 9:39 Vlissingen station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist run on average 52 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 52 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 4:46 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Knokke-Heist — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Knokke-Heist trip today.
Contemporary art museum set in a former school. It presents changing exhibitions in an intimate setting close to the seafront.
Open-air sculpture park in the Zwin area with works integrated into the dunes. It combines coastal walking with contemporary art.
Gallery space dedicated to the surreal world of René Magritte. A worthwhile stop for visitors interested in Belgian modern art.
Major nature reserve of dunes, mudflats and bird habitats on the Dutch border. Excellent for walking, wildlife watching and broad coastal views.
Long sandy beach backed by a lively promenade. Ideal for sea views, walking, and experiencing the classic resort atmosphere of Knokke-Heist.
Elegant avenue lined with boutiques, galleries and fine architecture. It is one of the town’s best-known streets for strolling and people-watching.
Grey shrimp croquettes are a Belgian coast classic: crisp fried croquettes with North Sea shrimp and a creamy filling, especially associated with seaside dining.
Moules marinières are mussels cooked with white wine, celery and onion. North Sea mussels are a staple in coastal Belgium and widely eaten in Knokke-Heist.
Tomatoes stuffed with tiny North Sea grey shrimps and mayonnaise are a classic Belgian starter, popular along the coast for their fresh local seafood flavour.
Elegant seafood restaurant known for refined fish and shellfish dishes in a polished coastal setting near the seafront.
Established restaurant focusing on carefully prepared seafood and seasonal ingredients in an intimate, upscale atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for Belgian fries and snacks, ideal for a quick local bite while exploring the resort town.
Knokke-Heist is pricier than many Belgian seaside towns, with higher hotel and dining costs in peak season, though local trains keep transport reasonable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; small change for cafés is optional.
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Knokke Station -> Alfred Verweeplein, Knokke-Heist
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist 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 Knokke-Heist, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Knokke-Heist trains use the Amsterdam Zuid to Knokke station pair, with some services arriving at Heist. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Knokke-Heist train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
Knokke is 1 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Public transport options include:
Knokke 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Cuines 33, Brasserie Rubens
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Knokke. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Knokke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Knokke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Knokke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knokke: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Réserve, Hotel Lugano, Hotel Nelson.
Heist is 2 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Public transport options include:
Heist has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heist.
ATMs are available at Heist.
Available at Heist: Parking, WC.
Available at Heist: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Duinbergen is 1 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Duinbergen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Duinbergen.
Available at Duinbergen: Parking.
Available at Duinbergen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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