The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Nijmegen
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Nijmegen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Nijmegen will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 27 trains that leave Amsterdam for Nijmegen on Sat, Jun 13, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
30339:54 AM1h23Amsterdam Centraal11:17 AMNijmegen station€251One-way0 transfers
303510:24 AM1h23Amsterdam Centraal11:47 AMNijmegen station€251One-way0 transfers
303710:54 AM1h23Amsterdam Centraal12:17 PMNijmegen station€251One-way0 transfers
303911:24 AM1h23Amsterdam Centraal12:47 PMNijmegen station€251One-way0 transfers
30319:24 AM1h23Amsterdam Centraal10:47 AMNijmegen station€251One-way0 transfers
ICE 225+
IC 30278:38 AM1h09Amsterdam Centraal9:47 AMNijmegen station€251One-way1 transfer
ICE 121+
IC 30196:38 AM1h09Amsterdam Centraal7:47 AMNijmegen station€251One-way1 transfer
ICE 225+
IC 3027 · SPR 66338:38 AM1h15Amsterdam Centraal9:53 AMNijmegen Goffert€261One-way2 transfers
ICE 121+
IC 3019 · SPR 66256:38 AM1h15Amsterdam Centraal7:53 AMNijmegen Goffert€261One-way2 transfers
IC 30257:54 AM1h23Amsterdam Centraal9:17 AMNijmegen station€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Nijmegen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 88 km
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1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Amsterdam to Nijmegen train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Nijmegen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 121+ IC 3019 | 6:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h09 | 7:47 AM Nijmegen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 121+ IC 3019 · SPR 6625 | 6:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 7:53 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 2 transfers | |
3021 | 6:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 8:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3021 · SPR 6627 | 6:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h29 | 8:23 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 1 transfer | |
IC 3021 | 6:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 8:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3023 | 7:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 8:47 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3023 · SPR 6629 | 7:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h29 | 8:53 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 1 transfer | |
IC 3023 | 7:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 8:47 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3025 | 7:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 9:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3025 · SPR 6631 | 7:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h29 | 9:23 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 1 transfer | |
IC 3025 | 7:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 9:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3027 | 8:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 9:47 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3027 | 8:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 9:47 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3027 · SPR 6633 | 8:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h29 | 9:53 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225+ IC 3027 · SPR 6633 | 8:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h15 | 9:53 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225+ IC 3027 | 8:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h09 | 9:47 AM Nijmegen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225+ SPR 7630 | 8:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h26 | 10:04 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 1 transfer | |
3029 | 8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 10:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3029 · SPR 6635 | 8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h29 | 10:23 AM Nijmegen Goffert | 1 transfer | |
IC 3029 | 8:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 10:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2731 · IC 3131 | 9:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h29 | 10:34 AM Nijmegen station | 1 transfer | |
3031 | 9:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 10:47 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3033 | 9:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 11:17 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3035 | 10:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 11:47 AM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3037 | 10:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 12:17 PM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3039 | 11:24 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 12:47 PM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
3041 | 11:54 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1h23 | 1:17 PM Nijmegen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Nijmegen
Trains from Amsterdam to Nijmegen run on average 160 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 160 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Nijmegen trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Nijmegen from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Nijmegen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Nijmegen
- 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
- Parking available 24/7. Access via Julianaplein.
- Restaurant Amstelle
- Café Restaurant Dauphine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- true
- Amstel Hotel
- citizenM Amsterdam Amstel Hotel
- InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line 51, Line 53, Line 54
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Orlyplein.
- Restaurant Helden
- Grand Café Hermes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk
- Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station
- MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, partially covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- 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 local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant Wally
- De Hemel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Hotel Credible
- Hotel Oranjestaete
- Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 4,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Belgium, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and Sprinter services
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