The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam to Maastricht
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Maastricht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Maastricht will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 7 buses that leave Amsterdam for Maastricht on Fri, Nov 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 14 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Fri, Nov 14 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
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Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Maastricht
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. 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 bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 178 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Amsterdam to Maastricht bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Maastricht buses for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1660 · 6011 | 11:25 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 7h30 | 6:55 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h30 | 4:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h05 | 4:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h25 | 9:05 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h00 | 9:05 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h55 | 10:55 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 9:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h55 | 12:40 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam to Maastricht
Buses from Amsterdam to Maastricht run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 178 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Amsterdam to MaastrichtYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam to Maastricht with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam to Maastricht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Maastricht by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Maastricht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Amsterdam, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport. When arriving in Maastricht, you can end your route in coach stations like Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station), Maastricht and Maastricht, Central Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), which is located around 4.1 miles (6.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station), located 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Amsterdam to Maastricht
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Amstel (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- La Place (0.2 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: 51, 53, 54 Bus: 37, 40, 62, 65, 240, 245 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: 50, 51, 52 Bus: 15, 62, 65, 341, 347, 357 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 06:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Julia's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 22, 36, 48 Metro: 50 Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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