The cheapest and fastest trains from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
8 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £119.
To travel from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam you need to make at least 3 changes.
Bus EV · 81121 · ICE 1650 · ICE 12211:307h59Schmalkalden station19:29Amsterdam Centraal£1191One-way3 changes
Bus EV · 81115 · ICE 2595 · ICE 7248:307h59Schmalkalden station16:29Amsterdam Centraal£1191One-way5 changes
Bus EV · 81121 · ICE 1650 · ICE 68011:308h59Schmalkalden station20:29Amsterdam Centraal£1381One-way4 changes
Bus EV · 81121 · ICE 1650 · ICE 12211:307h59Schmalkalden station19:29Amsterdam Centraal£1191One-way3 changes
Bus EV · 81115 · ICE 2595 · ICE 7248:307h59Schmalkalden station16:29Amsterdam Centraal£1191One-way5 changes
Bus EV · 81121 · ICE 1650 · ICE 68011:308h59Schmalkalden station20:29Amsterdam Centraal£1381One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Schmalkalden to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 426 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£103 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £135 Average Price |
9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Schmalkalden to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Schmalkalden to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus EV · 81115 · ICE 2595 · ICE 724 | On time 8:30 Schmalkalden station | 7h59 | 16:29 Amsterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
Bus EV · 81121 · ICE 1650 · ICE 680 | On time 11:30 Schmalkalden station | 8h59 | 20:29 Amsterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
Bus EV · 81121 · ICE 1650 · ICE 122 | On time 11:30 Schmalkalden station | 7h59 | 19:29 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam
Trains from Schmalkalden to Amsterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 426 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 426 km |
Average train duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 8:00 |
Last train 21:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
FAQs: Schmalkalden to Amsterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schmalkalden 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 Schmalkalden and Amsterdam
- Zur Krone
- Eiscafé Bella Vita
- Heval Grill
- Eiscafé König
- Hotel Grünes Tor”
- Stadthotel Patrizier
- Zur Krone
- Heval Grill
- Gaststätte Walperloh
- SchlossCafé
- 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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