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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 12
$22
Average ticket price on Sep 12
$35
Fastest journey on Sep 12
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
2 h 51 m
Buses on Sep 12
16
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 16 buses from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf, including 13 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a flight costs an average of $614.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $614 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf costing on average $67.
A bus is $583 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf costing on average $614.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 16m.
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Düsseldorf buses for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:50 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 1:35 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h00 | 3:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) | 2:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h50 | 6:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h55 | 5:10 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h55 | 6:10 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h55 | 8:10 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h45 | 8:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 3h55 | 11:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h55 | 10:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
4744 · 50448 | 8:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 11h35 | 7:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h05 | 11:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h50 | 1:20 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h50 | 3:35 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h10 | 10:55 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
1646 · 50428 | 8:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 10h00 | 6:55 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h15 | 12:15 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h30 | 12:30 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
A large number of people who travel frequently between Holland and Germany now use a buses for this purpose. As two of the largest cities near the border, the Amsterdam-Düsseldorf bus connection is one of the most popular options for travelling between the two countries. Deutsche Bahn offers several buses between the cities every day, as does Eurolines.eu. It should be noted that on almost all connections between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf a combination of train and buses is used. This connection is also very popular with business travellers who have to commute daily from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf.
The majority of the connections for Bus Amsterdam - Düsseldorf are served by Deutsche Bahn and Eurolines.eu. Both companies operate many buses in Germany and also in other European countries. Many connections between these two cities are therefore also served by both companies together. Another bus company on this route is RegioJet.
For the journey by bus and/or train from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf at least 3 hours should be planned. However, some connections also take much longer, which depends mainly on the stopovers during stopovers. Per day there are mostly only 1 to 2 connections without train journey. In addition, at least 1 intermediate stop is made on each of the connections. For example, the journey goes via Eindhoven, Utrecht or Venlo.
Every day there are numerous train and bus connections between the two cities. Those who only want to go by bus unfortunately have a much more limited choice. Only the company Eurolines.eu operates a few buses for the route every day, with the remaining connections you have to accept a train ride.
At which bus station does the bus leave from Amsterdam? If you take the bus from Amsterdam, you have to go to the bus and metro station Duivendrecht. Due to the connection to the metro the station is very easy to reach. It usually takes only 10 to 20 minutes by taxi from the city centre. When travelling by train, the journey starts at Amsterdam Central Station.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Düsseldorf? Regardless of whether the journey ends by train or bus, passengers arrive in Düsseldorf at the main station. It is located directly in the city centre and thus within walking distance of many hotels and sights. Of course you can also take a taxi to most points of the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Düsseldorf buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Düsseldorf bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sloterdijk (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Julia's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
Available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk): Elevators, ramps.
Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
Available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1: Facilities available for persons with reduced mobility.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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