The cheapest and fastest trains from Kerkrade to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kerkrade to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kerkrade to Amsterdam will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kerkrade for Amsterdam every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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, coach and flight for Kerkrade to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kerkrade to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. 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 £9, and a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 186 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £301 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kerkrade to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Kerkrade to Amsterdam trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32017+ 3930 | 07:06 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 09:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32019+ 3932 | 07:36 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 10:15 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32021+ 3934 | 08:06 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 10:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32023+ 3936 | 08:36 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 11:15 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32025+ 3938 | 09:06 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 11:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32027+ 3940 | 09:36 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 12:15 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32029+ 3942 | 10:06 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 12:45 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
32031+ 3944 | 10:36 Eygelshoven | 2h39 | 13:15 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kerkrade to Amsterdam
Trains from Kerkrade to Amsterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: SNCB, Arriva NL from Kerkrade to Amsterdam trainsSNCB, Arriva NL trains will get you between Kerkrade and Amsterdam from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kerkrade to Amsterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kerkrade 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 Kerkrade and Amsterdam
- 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.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
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