- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
17
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 $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 17 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Amsterdam on Sat, Jun 20, 13 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 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, Jun 20 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.
(Prague -> Amsterdam)
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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 | $527 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 $497 (€408) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Amsterdam costing on average $527 (€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 $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Amsterdam buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 | |
(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 · 1647 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 9h30 | 8:10 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 | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 3h45 | 8:10 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
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 | |
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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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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, with essential context on his life, influences, and artistic development.
The historic canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Deeply moving and one of the city’s most important memorial museums.
A beloved canal-side neighborhood with narrow streets, independent shops, brownstone charm, and one of the best atmospheres for wandering.
The Nine Streets is a compact, photogenic shopping and strolling area crossing the canals, popular for boutiques, facades, and classic views.
Amsterdam’s most famous urban park, ideal for walks, cycling, and relaxing, with lawns, ponds, and lively local energy in good weather.
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.
Thick Dutch split pea soup with vegetables and usually smoked sausage or pork, traditionally eaten on cold days and valued as hearty comfort food.
Deep-fried crispy balls filled with a rich ragout, commonly enjoyed in Amsterdam bars with mustard as a beloved borrel snack.
Refined Michelin-starred destination for contemporary Dutch fine dining, known for seasonal ingredients and elegant canal-side ambiance.
Established casual restaurant specializing in classic Dutch comfort food, popular for an accessible introduction to local cuisine.
Well-known Dutch restaurant with a cozy, eclectic interior, famous for traditional home-style dishes such as stamppot and stews.
Amsterdam is pricey by Dutch standards. Hotels, attractions, and dining add up fast, but transit and casual eats can be reasonable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
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 |
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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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