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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
577 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Amsterdam will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 31 trains that leave Berlin for Amsterdam on Mon, Jul 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 06 the direct trains cover the 577 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
On Mon, Jul 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 45 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.
ICE 1540 · IC 6040211:52 PM9h07Berlin Hbf8:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal€481One-way1 transfer
FlixTrain+
FlixBus12:40 PM8h50Berlin Hbf9:30 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)€491One-way1 transfer- FlixTrain+FlixBus12:22 PM9h08Berlin Südkreuz station9:30 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)€491One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus12:22 PM8h48Berlin Südkreuz station9:10 PMSchiphol, Airport Terminal 1€491One-way1 transfer
- FlixTrain+FlixBus12:49 PM8h41Berlin Spandau9:30 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)€491One-way1 transfer
- ICE 14610:16 AM5h43Berlin Hbf3:59 PMAmsterdam Centraal€2101One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1488:16 AM5h45Berlin Hbf2:01 PMAmsterdam Centraal€1501One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2406:14 AM5h45Berlin Hbf11:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal€1901One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1422:16 PM5h45Berlin Hbf8:01 PMAmsterdam Centraal€1341One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1404:16 PM5h45Berlin Hbf10:01 PMAmsterdam Centraal€1161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €131.
Distance: 577 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€88 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €289 Average price |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Amsterdam trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 240 | On time 6:14 AM Berlin Hbf | 5h45 | 11:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 644 · ICE 128 | On time 6:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h06 | 1:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1548 · 20364 · IC 1746 · IC 746 | On time 7:12 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 7h47 | 2:59 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1548 · 20364 · IC 1746 · ICD 1846 | On time 7:12 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 7h31 | 2:43 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 944 · 10126 · 20074 · IC 3548 | On time 7:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h17 | 3:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 642 · ICE 126 | On time 8:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h06 | 3:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1052 · 20366 · IC 1750 · ICD 1850 | On time 9:14 AM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 6h29 | 3:43 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 640 · ICE 124 | On time 10:47 AM Berlin Hbf | 7h06 | 5:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 144 | On time 12:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h44 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:22 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h48 | 9:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:22 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h08 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:40 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h30 | 9:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:40 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h50 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 548 · ICE 122 | On time 12:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h06 | 7:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:49 PM Berlin Spandau | 8h21 | 9:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 12:49 PM Berlin Spandau | 8h41 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1050 · 20374 · IC 1766 · ICD 1866 | On time 1:15 PM Berlin-Charlottenburg | 6h28 | 7:43 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus | 1:55 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h40 | 11:35 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus | 2:19 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 9h16 | 11:35 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixTrain · FlixTrain+FlixBus | 2:19 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h16 | 11:35 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 546 · ICE 224 | On time 2:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h06 | 9:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 546 · ICE 224 · IC 3174 | On time 2:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h02 | 9:49 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 140 | On time 4:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 5h45 | 10:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 544 · ICE 120 | On time 4:47 PM Berlin Hbf | 7h06 | 11:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 742 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 786 | On time 6:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h43 | 12:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 742 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 986 | On time 6:16 PM Berlin Hbf | 6h27 | 12:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
 452 | 11:01 PM Berlin-Gesundbrunnen station | 7h24 | 6:25 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 273 · ICE 1540+ 20006+IC 3020 | On time 11:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h03 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 273 · ICE 1540 · IC 60402 | On time 11:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 9h27 | 8:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 273 · ICE 1540+20006+IC 3220 | On time 11:32 PM Berlin Hbf | 8h52 | 8:24 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Amsterdam
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Berlin to Amsterdam run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 577 km distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 577 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alibus, FlixTrain, WestfalenBahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Berlin to Amsterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alibus, FlixTrain, WestfalenBahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Berlin and Amsterdam from €31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Alibus
FlixTrain
WestfalenBahn
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Trains from Berlin to Amsterdam: An Overview
Berlin and Amsterdam are considered to be two of Europe's most vibrant cities and there are plenty of transport methods to get between the two. Trains are one of the most popular and easiest options and can take just over 6 hours to complete the journey.
Which train companies run service from Berlin to Amsterdam?
Most trains from Berlin to Amsterdam are run by German train company Deutsche Bahn.
How long is the train journey from Berlin to Amsterdam?
The fastest time to get from Berlin to Amsterdam is around 6h09m. Trains that require more changes can take over 8 hours to arrive in Amsterdam.
How many trains are there from Berlin to Amsterdam day?
There are 6 direct trains that leave Berlin for Amsterdam each day. There are 9 further train journeys a day take require between 1 to 5 changes. The first direct train leaves Berlin at 06:34 and the last train leaves at 16:43 arriving in Amsterdam at 23:00.
What are the departure and arrival train stations for trains from Berlin to Amsterdam?
Departure Information: Berlin's main train station - Berlin Hauptbahnhof (hbf) is located just over a mile away from the city centre. The station offers easy access to and from all corners of Berlin - with taxis and buses pulling up alongside the station on a 24-hour basis. Airport express trains also run regularly between Hauptbahnhof and Berlin airport
Arrival Information: Amsterdam Centraal is where passengers from Berlin will arrive, and this transport hub is well connected to other areas of the city. Many key landmarks such as the Dam and Nieuwmarkt are little more than a ten-minute walk away, whilst ferry rides at the rear of Centraal are available for those wishing to venture in the north-west area of the city. Centraal also offers regular trains across Amsterdam that are both frequent and fast.
FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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
Popular train stations from Berlin to Amsterdam
Most Berlin to Amsterdam trains use the Berlin Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Berlin station do trains to Amsterdam leave from?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
Berlin Spandau 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 and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
Berlin Südkreuz 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 and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Which Amsterdam station do trains from Berlin arrive at?
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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