The cheapest and fastest trains from Emmen to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
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.
Of the 2 trains that leave Emmen for Amsterdam every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Emmen to Amsterdam
Omio 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 £25. 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 £25, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 144 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Emmen to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Emmen to Amsterdam trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3832+ 828 | 07:15 Emmen station | 2h07 | 09:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
8034+ 730 | 07:41 Emmen station | 2h11 | 09:52 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
3836+ 832 | 08:15 Emmen station | 2h07 | 10:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
8038+ 734 | 08:41 Emmen station | 2h11 | 10:52 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
3840+ 836 | 09:15 Emmen station | 2h07 | 11:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
8042+ 738 | 09:41 Emmen station | 2h11 | 11:52 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
3844+ 840 | 10:15 Emmen station | 2h07 | 12:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
8046+ 742 | 10:41 Emmen station | 2h11 | 12:52 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Emmen to Amsterdam
Trains from Emmen to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: SNCB, Intercity, Blauwnet from Emmen to Amsterdam trainsSNCB, Intercity, Blauwnet trains will get you between Emmen and Amsterdam from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Emmen to Amsterdam train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Emmen and Amsterdam
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant De Kamer
- Grand Café Plein
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Emmen
- Hotel ten Cate Emmen
- Stads-Hotel Boerland
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and intercity destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity services
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- 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.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
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