- Gluten-free
Stamppot
A classic Dutch mash of potatoes with vegetables such as kale, endive, or sauerkraut, often served in winter and closely tied to home-style cooking.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ludwigsburg for Amsterdam on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 491 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $122.
Distance: 305 miles (491 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price | $283 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam:
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam costing on average $184 (€150).
A bus is $228 (€187) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam costing on average $283 (€232).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 19m.
Bus takes on average 9h 58m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $133 (€109) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $78 (€64). The journey takes 9h 58m versus 6h 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.
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 12:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 13h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Ludwigsburg | 10h15 | 8:15 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ludwigsburg to Amsterdam run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 305 miles (491 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 305 miles (491 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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