1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Nordhorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Nordhorn will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Amsterdam to Nordhorn, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Nordhorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 148 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Nordhorn:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Nordhorn costing on average £37.
Other travel options to Nordhorn take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 20m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 11m by train vs 2h 17m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Nordhorn trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:11 Amsterdam | 3h15 | 10:26 Nordhorn | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 4:00 Amsterdam | 3h29 | 7:29 Nordhorn | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 Amsterdam | 3h29 | 9:29 Nordhorn | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:11 Amsterdam | 3h15 | 9:26 Nordhorn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Amsterdam to Nordhorn run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 22:46 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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Discover the best of Nordhorn — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nordhorn trip today.
Main local museum on Nordhorn’s textile era, industry and everyday life, housed in a former factory setting by the water.
Art space with changing contemporary exhibitions, a good stop for regional culture in the town centre.
Museum and documentation site on cross-border rural life and school history in a traditional setting near Nordhorn.
Monastic estate and peaceful walking area with historic buildings, gardens and woodland paths just outside the centre.
Central square and shopping area with historic churches, weekly market atmosphere and easy access to canalside walks.
Green waterside park around the former zoo grounds, ideal for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
Hearty Grünkohl stew with kale, potatoes and smoked sausage. A classic Lower Saxony winter dish widely eaten around Nordhorn.
Mashed potatoes mixed with apples and often served with black pudding or sausage. A traditional north-west German comfort dish.
Smoked eel from regional rivers and waterways, usually served simply with bread. It reflects the area’s old fishing traditions.
Established steak and grill restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere, known for generous meat dishes and reliable service.
Traditional German dining spot serving regional classics and hearty plates in a cosy, straightforward setting.
Waterside restaurant with a polished feel, offering seasonal dishes and a broader menu suited to a leisurely meal.
Nordhorn is generally cheaper than larger German city breaks. Accommodation, casual dining and local transport are usually moderate, with fewer high-end tourist mark-ups.
In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the bill is standard; large tips are not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Nordhorn 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 Nordhorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Nordhorn trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Nordhorn-Blanke station pair, with some services arriving at Nordhorn, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Nordhorn 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 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.
Nordhorn-Blanke is 1 km from Nordhorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Nordhorn-Blanke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Nordhorn-Blanke.
ATMs are available at Nordhorn-Blanke.
Available at Nordhorn-Blanke: Parking.
Available at Nordhorn-Blanke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhorn-Blanke.
Nordhorn, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhorn, Bahnhof.
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