The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Amsterdam Centraal on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
RE 20070 · 22612 · IC 3540 · IC 3038
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+
IC 3236 · IC 2736
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+
IC 3036
VIA 20012 · VIA 21206+
IC 3232 · IC 2732
ICE 220
ICE 220
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+
IC 3236 · IC 2736
VIA 20012 · VIA 21206+
IC 3232 · IC 2732
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+
IC 3036
RE 20070 · 22612 · IC 3540 · IC 3038Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €166.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€52 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €394 Average price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VIA 20012 · VIA 21206+ IC 3232 · IC 2732 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h59 | 10:25 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 220 | On time 8:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h21 | 10:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+ IC 3236 · IC 2736 | On time 8:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h59 | 11:25 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
VIA 20014 · VIA 21208+ IC 3036 | On time 8:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h10 | 11:36 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
RE 20070 · 22612 · IC 3540 · IC 3038 | On time 8:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h18 | 12:06 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 06:21 |
Last train 20:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, ÖBB Nightjet from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Amsterdam Centraal from €15. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam Centraal
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Vennhauser Grill
- Mila Tapas y mas
- Pizzeria GiGi
- Pizzeria Toscana
- Fu chu yuan
- Taj Mahal
- Hai Xian
- To1980
- Hotel Batavia
- Hotel Ko
- Hotel Burns
- Hotel Düsseldorf Mitte
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
- Pizzeria Palermo
- La Grilladine
- Mamounia
- Agadir
- Max
- Berliner Hof
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Burger King
- Akropolis
- NineOfive
- ĂN BÁNH MÌ
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Prinz Anton
- Hotel Asahi
- Bar Olio
- El Olivio
- The Classic Western Steakhouse
- Löffelbar
- Kempe Comfort
- Wieland
- Terminus
- Hotel Ufer
- Asia Thai
- Cafe Kalusch
- Ballon
- La Corte
- Schloß Hotel Benrath
- Hotel Waldesruh
- Zur Pfeffermühle
- Pizzeria Da Gino
- Rohbau
- Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Novum Hotel Flora
- Hotel Niku
- Kitchen
- Locanda La Bottella
- Cafeteria Le Carré
- RESTAURANT SPOERL FABRIK
- Renaissance Düsseldorf Hotel
- Mercure
- NH Düsseldorf City Nord
- Hotel Haus am Zoo
- Vennhauser Grill
- Mila Tapas y mas
- Fuchsjagd Veedelsbote
- Hong Kong
- Oebel
- Mykonos
- La Luce
- Brotkörbchen Garath
- Octagon
- Uscana
- Bistro Italy da Pino
- Pizzeria Bella Vista
- Doy Doy
- Liverpool Stehcafe
- Pizza Milano
- Amor Grill
- Gaststätte Netz
- B&B Hotel
- McDreams Hotel
- Grillhaus Rath
- Rather Fass
- Döneria Ikram
- BBQ4U
- Hotel Am Vogelsanger Weg
- Side
- Alde Brück
- Chelsea
- Hassler Fass
- Acora
- Platia
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- China Restauraut - Bambus Garten
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Kleine Oase Im Treibhaus GmbH
- Avidon Art & Design Hotel
- Novotel
- Hammer Blick
- Bogart's
- Julian's
- Am Kapellchen
- Courtyard Düsseldorf Hafen
- Hotel Garni Landhaus Hamm
- Hotel Knell
- Innside Düsseldorf Hafen
- Rohbau
- Gallo Nero
- ManThei
- Bilker Nudelhaus Pizzeria
- Holiday Inn
- Courtyard Düsseldorf Hafen
- Kastens Hotel
- Innside Düsseldorf Hafen
- 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.
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