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Musée National Adrien Dubouché
France’s leading porcelain museum, presenting Limoges porcelain, ceramics history, and decorative arts in a major national collection.
Cheapest price
$367
Average price
$372
Fastest journey
8 h 42 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
774 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Limoges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Limoges will cost around $372 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $367.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Limoges without transferring at least once.
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3655Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Limoges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 480 miles (774 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$218 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $425 Average price | $252 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 7m Average total duration 14h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Amsterdam to Limoges:
A bus is $150 (€123) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Limoges costing on average $218 (€179).
A bus is $357 (€292) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Limoges costing on average $425 (€348).
Other travel options to Limoges take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 39m.
Flight takes on average 14h 7m.
The journey is about 2h 19m faster (7h 6m by train vs 9h 25m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($218 (€179) vs $252 (€207)). 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.
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 Amsterdam to Limoges trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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19716 · 3655+ 7044+ 9528 | 10:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 9h53 | 7:56 PM Limoges-Bénédictins | 3 transfers | |
9340+ 3655 | 11:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 8h46 | 7:56 PM Limoges-Bénédictins | 1 transfer | |
1832+ 9340+ 3655 | 11:14 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h42 | 7:56 PM Limoges-Bénédictins | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Limoges run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€92) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 15:39. The fastest train covers the 480 miles (774 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 480 miles (774 km) |
Average train duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€92) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 45m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 3:39 PM |
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Discover the best of Limoges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Limoges trip today.
France’s leading porcelain museum, presenting Limoges porcelain, ceramics history, and decorative arts in a major national collection.
Fine arts museum in the former bishop’s palace, known for enamel collections, Egyptian objects, and regional paintings.
Museum dedicated to the French Resistance and Second World War history in the Limousin region, with strong local context.
Limoges’ best-known historic quarter with half-timbered houses, narrow lanes, and strong medieval character.
Formal gardens beside the cathedral, offering river views, seasonal flower displays, and one of the city’s prettiest walks.
Central square and major meeting point, useful for exploring shops, city-center streets, and public events.
A classic Limousin dessert of fruit, traditionally black cherries, baked in a thick flan-like batter. It is one of the region’s best-known specialties.
A traditional Limousin potato dumpling, often stuffed with pork and herbs, then simmered. It is a rustic countryside dish closely associated with the region.
Blood sausage with chestnuts, a regional preparation that reflects Limousin’s rural cooking and autumn produce.
A well-known fine dining restaurant in Limoges, recognized for refined French cuisine, elegant presentation, and a polished atmosphere.
A reputable restaurant near the historic center, known for careful seasonal cooking and a calm, intimate atmosphere.
An established brasserie-style address in Limoges, appreciated for classic French dishes, seafood options, and a lively traditional setting.
Moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Limoges-Bénédictins -> Place de la République, Limoges
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