- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 24 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Amsterdam 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 182 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 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
IC 60402
20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186 · IC 1406
IC 3036 · IC 3538+
20014
IC 3028 · IC 3530+
20010
IC 3052 · IC 3554+
20022
ICE 222
ICE 220
IC 60402
IC 3036 · IC 3538+
20014
IC 3028 · IC 3530+
20010Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £146.
Distance: 182 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£52 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £388 Average Price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg 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 Düsseldorf to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 60402 | On time 6:17 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 8:59 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 222 | On time 7:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h17 | 9:28 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3028 · IC 3530+ 20010 | 7:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 10:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
IC 3028+ 20010 | 7:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 10:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3130+ 20010 | 7:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h23 | 10:49 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
ICE 220 | On time 9:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 11:29 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3036 · IC 3538+ 20014 | 9:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 12:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
IC 3036+ 20014 | 9:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 12:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3044+ 20018 | 11:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 14:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3044 · IC 3546+ 20018 | 11:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 14:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
IC 3046+ 20018 | 11:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h39 | 15:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3146+ 20018 | 11:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h23 | 14:49 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
IC 3052 · IC 3554+ 20022 | 13:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 16:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
IC 3052+ 20022 | 13:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h11 | 16:37 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3060+ 20026 | 15:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 18:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3068+ 20030 | 17:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 20:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3068 · IC 3570+ 20030 | 17:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 20:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
IC 3076+ 20034 | 19:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 22:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3076 · IC 3578+ 20034 | 19:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h08 | 22:34 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
IC 3078+ 20034 | 19:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h39 | 23:05 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3178+ 20034 | 19:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h23 | 22:49 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
IC 3084+ 20038 | 21:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h12 | 0:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186 · IC 1406 | 21:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h29 | 2:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 3012+ 20040 | 22:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h09 | 6:35 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, showing major paintings, drawings and letters that trace his life and artistic development.
Canal house museum where Anne Frank hid during the war, offering a powerful, carefully presented insight into her story.
Historic canal district ideal for walking, lined with gabled houses, bridges, houseboats and classic waterside city views.
Lively former working-class neighbourhood with independent shops, markets, brown cafés and scenic canals popular with locals.
Large city park with broad lawns, ponds, open-air performances and relaxed paths for walking, cycling and people-watching.
Deep-fried cod or white fish in a light batter, a Dutch seaside classic popular in Amsterdam markets and fish shops.
Raw salted herring, often served with chopped onion and pickles. It is a longstanding Dutch street-food tradition.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found in traditional pancake houses.
Traditional tasting room near the centre, ideal for sampling jenever and Dutch liqueurs in a historic wooden interior.
Long-running canal-side restaurant serving refined Dutch and French-influenced cooking in an elegant, relaxed atmosphere.
Popular fish specialist for Dutch seafood classics including herring and kibbeling, with a smart but casual feel.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European city breaks, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though public transport and casual food remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares and small café bills.
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Amsterdam Centraal -> Dam Square, Amsterdam
With eight direct services and up to 40 connecting routes, travelling by train from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam is quick and easy. Direct journeys take just under two and a half hours while other journeys can take up to nine and a half hours. All routes are operated by Deutsche Bahn, with trains departing from Dusseldorf Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal Station.
All train routes from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam are provided by Deutsche Bahn. Deutsche Bahn is the largest provider of passenger train services in the world with a modern fleet of rolling stock. All trains have onboard bar-bistros as well as luggage storage, toilets, WiFi access and power outlets.
Direct routes from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam take approximately two and a half hours while other journeys can take up to nine and a half hours depending on the number of connections required and the waiting time at transfer stations. Some later departures arrive the following morning. Connections are made at stations that include Arnhem, Duisberg, Venlo, Utrecht Centraal and Amersfoort.
There are eight direct departures every day of the week and up to 40 departures that require between one and three connections. On Mondays to Fridays, trains start running in the early hours of the morning followed by at least two departures an hour until the late evening. A similar service operates on Saturdays and Sundays but the first departure of the day is slightly later.
Departure train station: All trains from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam depart from Dusseldorf Hbf. This is a large and busy station conveniently located for the city centre. Local transport services include S-Bahn and U-Bahn trains, local buses, trams and taxis. Facilities at the station include car parking, left luggage storage, toilets, ATMs, WiFi access, shops, cafes and restaurants.
Arrival train station: Trains to Amsterdam from Dusseldorf arrive at Amsterdam Centraal, which is in the heart of the city and within walking distance of tourist attractions. The station has good transport links with taxis, local buses, water buses and Metro trains. Station facilities include car and bicycle parking, WiFi access, left luggage storage, ATMs, toilets, restaurants, cafes and shops.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Amsterdam trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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.
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