- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Emmen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emmen to Amsterdam will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Emmen to Amsterdam you need to make at least 2 changes.
S 3856+
IC 852 · IC 2652
S 3848+
IC 844 · IC 2644
ST 8050+
IC 746 · IC 2646
ST 8054+
IC 750 · IC 2650
S 3852+
IC 848 · IC 2648
S 3856+
IC 852 · IC 2652
S 3848+
IC 844 · IC 2644
S 3852+
IC 848 · IC 2648
ST 8050+
IC 746 · IC 2646
ST 8054+
IC 750 · IC 2650Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emmen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 144 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Emmen to Amsterdam trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S 3848+ IC 844 · IC 2644 | 12:20 Emmen Zuid | 2h02 | 14:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
S 3848+ IC 844 · IC 2644 | 12:15 Emmen station | 2h07 | 14:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
S 3848+ IC 844 · SPR 4351 | 12:15 Emmen station | 2h20 | 14:35 Amsterdam RAI | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Emmen to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emmen 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 Emmen to Amsterdam trains use the Emmen to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam RAI. Use this guide to compare Emmen and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Emmen is 1 km from Emmen city centre. Public transport options include:
Emmen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Kamer, Grand Café Plein
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Emmen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Emmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Emmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Emmen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Emmen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Emmen, Hotel ten Cate Emmen, Stads-Hotel Boerland.
Emmen Zuid is 4 km from Emmen city centre. Public transport options include:
Emmen Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Emmen Zuid: Parking.
Available at Emmen Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Emmen Zuid.
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 Amstel is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Amstel 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 Amstelle, Café Restaurant Dauphine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Amstel. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Amstel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Amstel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Amstel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Amstel: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Amstel Hotel, citizenM Amsterdam Amstel Hotel, InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam.
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