4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Maastricht to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Maastricht to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Amsterdam will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 7 buses that leave Maastricht for Amsterdam on Tue, Dec 16, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Maastricht to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. 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 €12, 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 | €31 Average price |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Maastricht to Amsterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Amsterdam buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:40 PM Maastricht | 11h00 | 5:40 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 PM Maastricht | 9h15 | 6:20 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
| FlixBus | 6:15 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h05 | 9:20 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h25 | 11:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h00 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h30 | 3:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h05 | 2:35 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h55 | 3:25 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:50 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 2h55 | 5:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Maastricht to Amsterdam
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Buses from Maastricht to Amsterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 6 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 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Maastricht to AmsterdamYou can travel by bus between Maastricht to Amsterdam with FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus 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 Maastricht to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Maastricht, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station), Maastricht, Central Station and Maastricht, Stadionplein (Stadion de Geusselt). When arriving in Amsterdam, you can end your journey in coach stations like Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), Amsterdam, Hoogoorddreef (Hotel Courtyard Amsterdam Arena Atlas) and Amsterdam, Amstel.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station), which is located around 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk), located 4.1 miles (6.6 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular bus stations from Maastricht to Amsterdam
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
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