- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famed for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for art and history lovers.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam 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 will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 19 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Amsterdam on Sat, Jul 11, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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 Düsseldorf to Amsterdam 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 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $526 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Düsseldorf to Amsterdam:
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam costing on average $71 (€58).
A bus is $496 (€408) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam costing on average $526 (€432).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 15m.
Bus takes on average 4h 30m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $52 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€18). The journey takes 4h 30m versus 2h 50m 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, Union Ivkoni International.
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 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Amsterdam buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50449 · 4743 | 9:45 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 10h40 | 8:25 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 2h50 | 7:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h10 | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h05 | 10:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h00 | 10:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50457 · 1661 | 8:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 10h50 | 7:05 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h02 | 12:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
(Prague -> Amsterdam) | 9:00 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 4h30 | 1:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h00 | 12:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h50 | 2:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50429 · 83134 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 12h50 | 11:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 2h50 | 3:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 2h50 | 3:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h54 | 7:20 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h45 | 8:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h32 | 8:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h05 | 8:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h10 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 2h55 | 10:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) 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 2h 55m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
The Netherlands’ national museum, famed for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for art and history lovers.
The world’s leading Van Gogh collection, with paintings, drawings, and letters that trace the artist’s life and influence. One of Amsterdam’s most sought-after museums.
A deeply significant museum in the hiding place where Anne Frank wrote her diary during World War II. Powerful, moving, and one of the city’s most visited sites.
Amsterdam’s most beloved central neighborhood, known for canals, narrow streets, boutique shops, and a classic village-like atmosphere.
A picturesque canal-side shopping and strolling area of nine small streets, very popular for photos, local boutiques, and café-lined scenery.
The city’s best-known urban park, ideal for walking, cycling, and relaxing. A classic local favorite with lively green space in central Amsterdam.
Two thin baked waffles filled with a warm caramel syrup center. Originally a Dutch market treat, it is one of Amsterdam’s most iconic sweet snacks.
Deep-fried crispy balls with a soft ragout filling, usually beef, served with mustard. A classic Dutch bar snack commonly eaten with beer.
Small fluffy mini pancakes made with yeast and buckwheat flour, typically served with butter and powdered sugar. A beloved Dutch fairground and café treat.
A highly regarded modern Dutch fine dining restaurant in the center, known for refined seasonal tasting menus and elegant service.
An established casual restaurant specializing in classic Dutch cuisine such as bitterballen, stamppot, and hachee, popular with visitors seeking traditional food.
A well-known traditional Dutch restaurant with a cozy, home-style atmosphere, famous for stamppot, stews, and classic comfort dishes.
Amsterdam is pricey for hotels and dining. Groceries and transit are moderate, but central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
Official public transport app
Amsterdam Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) -> Amsterdam Centraal
Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a variety of domestic and international routes offered by a number of companies. Buses from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam operate every day of the week. Buses start running at about 7:30 a.m, while the last service departs at approximately 7:40 p.m. There are usually at least five bus services for this journey each day of the week. Bus companies that travel from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam include Flixbus and RegioJet. The route for this trip is usually direct, and takes at least 2 hours and 50 minutes.
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Average prices for buses from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€23 |
1 Day in Advance |
€19 |
1 Week in Advance |
€19 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€19 |
1 Month in Advance |
€19 |
3 Months in Advance |
€19 |
Dusseldorf to Amsterdam Buses: General Information
While buses are slower than both flights and trains, they are also significantly cheaper. Travelers should book Dusseldorf to Amsterdam buses as far in advance as possible in order to find the best deal.
Buses from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam depart from Dusseldorf Central Bus Station, which is situated along Worringer Straße. This bus station is well-served by public transport options and taxis. It is a few minutes walk from Dusseldorf Main Railway Station where local and intercity train services operate. Local Dusseldorf buses and trams to the station are operated by Rheinbahn AG. Trams cease operating at around midnight; however, there are bus services available through the night.
Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands, is among the most popular destinations in Europe. With its network of canals throughout the city, Amsterdam is often known as Venice of the North. Top attractions include Anne Frank House, Rembrandt House Museum, the Heineken Experience and Amsterdam Dungeon. Buses from Dusseldorf to Amsterdam usually terminate at Amsterdam Sloterdijk or P+R Zeeburg. Sloterdijk Station is centrally located in the city, and is a major transport hub. The bus station shares its site with metro line 50 and the railway. There are numerous local bus services that stop at this station, including bus routes 231, 69, 64, 61, 48, 36 and 15. Taxi ranks are situated outside the Via voorplein exit.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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