1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
21 m
Trains on 18 Sept
44
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 44 trains from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam, including 43 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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.
SPR 8184
SPR 8188
SPR 8120
SPR 8322
SPR 8422
SPR 8220
SPR 8256
SPR 8228
SPR 8280
SPR 8276Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 16 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Coach takes on average 43m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (22m by train vs 41m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £3 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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 Hoofddorp to Amsterdam 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPR 8112 | 6:02 Hoofddorp station | 0h24 | 6:26 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8212 | 6:17 Hoofddorp station | 0h21 | 6:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8314 | 6:23 Hoofddorp station | 0h23 | 6:46 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8114 | 6:33 Hoofddorp station | 0h22 | 6:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8414 | 6:43 Hoofddorp station | 0h21 | 7:04 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8214 | 6:47 Hoofddorp station | 0h22 | 7:09 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8316 | 6:53 Hoofddorp station | 0h24 | 7:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8320 | 7:53 Hoofddorp station | 0h24 | 8:17 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8120 | 8:02 Hoofddorp station | 0h23 | 8:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8420 | 8:13 Hoofddorp station | 0h21 | 8:34 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8220 | 8:17 Hoofddorp station | 0h21 | 8:38 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8322 | 8:23 Hoofddorp station | 0h23 | 8:46 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
SPR 8184 | 0:02 Hoofddorp station | 0h23 | 0:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 4184 · IC 2993 | 0:13 Hoofddorp station | 0h32 | 0:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 8186 | 0:32 Hoofddorp station | 0h23 | 0:55 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 8188 | 1:02 Hoofddorp station | 0h23 | 1:25 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hoofddorp to Amsterdam run on average 24 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 20m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hoofddorp 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 Hoofddorp to Amsterdam trains use the Hoofddorp to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Hoofddorp and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hoofddorp is 1 km from Hoofddorp city centre. Public transport options include:
Hoofddorp has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Jasmin, L'Hirondelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hoofddorp. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hoofddorp. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hoofddorp: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hoofddorp: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hoofddorp: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport, NH Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.
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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