- 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
$129
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
It's difficult to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal without transferring at least 2 times.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $464.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $464 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $49 (€40).
A bus is $447 (€367) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $464 (€381).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
The journey is about 11m faster (2h 42m by train vs 2h 53m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($49 (€40) vs $51 (€42)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:04 PM Aachen-Rothe Erde station | 3h41 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:04 PM Aachen-Rothe Erde station | 14h11 | 8:15 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:37, the last at 08:37. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 8:37 AM |
Last train 8:37 AM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aachen-Rothe Erde station to Amsterdam Centraal trains use the Aachen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Aachen-Rothe Erde station and Amsterdam Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
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