- Must visit
MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€21
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€40
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €51, while a flight costs an average of €615.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€51 Average price Cheapest | €615 Average price | €61 Average price | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg:
A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg costing on average €61.
A train is €564 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg costing on average €615.
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 56m.
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.32. The journey takes 2h 35m versus 2h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:08 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h31 | 9:39 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h30 | 9:39 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3h26 | 10:59 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h23 | 10:39 AM Duisburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 08:18. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 8:18 AM |
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Discover the best of Duisburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Duisburg trip today.
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Duisburg trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Duisburg-Buchholz. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Duisburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Buchholz is 5 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Buchholz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafe deNard, Pizzeria Presto, Imbiss Zilan, Ristorante Pinocchio
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Buchholz. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Buchholz.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Buchholz. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Buchholz.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Buchholz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Buchholz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Buchholz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Buchholz.
Nearby hotels include Haus Scheuten Hotel.
Duisburg-Schlenk is 3 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Schlenk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Neon der Grieche, Bäckerei Bolten, Berliner-Kult Imbis, Die Zauberei
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Schlenk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Schlenk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Schlenk.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Stadion, Hotel am Sportpark.
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