- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and others, plus decorative arts and a major Asian collection.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 27 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viersen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viersen to Amsterdam will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Viersen to Amsterdam, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Viersen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £240.
Distance: 162 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £240 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Viersen to Amsterdam:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viersen to Amsterdam costing on average £46.
A coach is £565 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Viersen to Amsterdam costing on average £606.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 43m.
Coach takes on average 7h 51m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 32m by train vs 2h 33m by car). Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £32 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.
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 Viersen to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:38 Viersen | 2h28 | 10:06 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:38 Viersen | 2h26 | 11:04 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Viersen to Amsterdam run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:02 |
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Best time to book 21 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 Viersen 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 Viersen to Amsterdam trains use the Viersen Bahnhof to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Viersen and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Viersen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Becker, Kartoffelhaus, La Caponata
Wi-Fi is available at Viersen Bahnhof. ATMs are available at Viersen Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Viersen Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Viersen Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Viersen Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viersen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viersen Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viersen Bahnhof.
Nearby hotels include Zur Eisernen Hand.
Dülken is 3 km from Viersen city centre. Public transport options include:
Dülken has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafe Felice, Hermes, Kreta Grill, DFC Treff
Wi-Fi is available at Dülken. ATMs are available at Dülken.
Ticket office support is available at Dülken. Information desks are available at Dülken.
Luggage storage is available at Dülken. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dülken: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dülken: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dülken.
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.
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