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De Pont Museum
Leading contemporary art museum in a former wool mill, known for large-scale installations and an international collection. One of Tilburg’s top cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam to Tilburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Tilburg will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 4 buses that leave Amsterdam for Tilburg on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Tilburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 $8, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Tilburg:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Tilburg costing on average $33 (€26).
Other travel options to Tilburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 42m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€11). The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Tilburg buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h25 | 7:55 PM Tilburg, Burgemeester Brokxlaan (Station ingang Noord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h05 | 7:55 PM Tilburg, Burgemeester Brokxlaan (Station ingang Noord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h10 | 10:25 AM Tilburg, Burgemeester Brokxlaan (Station ingang Noord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 1h40 | 10:25 AM Tilburg, Burgemeester Brokxlaan (Station ingang Noord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Amsterdam to Tilburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Award-winning public building in the Spoorzone, famous for its dramatic interior and adaptive reuse of a former locomotive hall. A major architectural highlight.
Rare Baroque star-forest with symmetrical avenues, ideal for a scenic walk. One of Tilburg’s most distinctive green spaces.
Soft bread rolls filled with seasoned minced meat, a classic snack from North Brabant often eaten at lunch or celebrations.
A famous regional pastry from nearby 's-Hertogenbosch: a large choux bun filled with whipped cream and coated in dark chocolate.
White asparagus served in the Brabant style, usually with ham, egg, potatoes, and butter sauce during spring asparagus season.
Classic fine-dining venue in a historic farmhouse setting, known for polished service and elegant Dutch-French cuisine.
Established restaurant near the station with a refined menu, stylish setting, and strong reputation for seasonal dishes and wine.
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Daily costs are moderate by Dutch standards. Groceries and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and drinks can be pricier on weekends and during events.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up small taxi fares; little or none in cafés.
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Tilburg, Burgemeester Brokxlaan (Station ingang Noord) -> Tilburg Station
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