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Gasometer Oberhausen
Large industrial heritage exhibition venue inside the Gasometer. Major immersive shows and panoramic rooftop views make it a signature Oberhausen visit.
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Oberhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Oberhausen will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 16 trains that leave Amsterdam for Oberhausen on Fri, Jul 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
ICE 129 · 26669
IC 3547 · IC 3047+
20027
IC 3555 · IC 3055+
20031
IC 3055+
20031
IC 3047+
20027
ICE 127
ICE 125
IC 3547 · IC 3047+
20027
IC 3555 · IC 3055+
20031
IC 3055+
20031Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Oberhausen 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 train which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 €180.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €401 Average price | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg 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 Oberhausen:
A bus is €22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Oberhausen costing on average €50.
A bus is €374 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Oberhausen costing on average €401.
Other travel options to Oberhausen take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
Flight takes on average 6h 10m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 2h 31m by car). Tickets start at around €50 compared to roughly €35 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Oberhausen trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · 26659 | 10:56 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3h22 | 2:18 PM Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 3 transfers | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · 26659 | 10:56 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3h22 | 2:18 PM Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Amsterdam to Oberhausen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Oberhausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oberhausen trip today.
Large industrial heritage exhibition venue inside the Gasometer. Major immersive shows and panoramic rooftop views make it a signature Oberhausen visit.
Main municipal art museum with modern and contemporary works plus changing exhibitions. A strong stop for regional culture in the city center.
Museum in a former zinc rolling mill presenting heavy industry, machines, and social history. A key place to understand the Ruhr's industrial past.
Major leisure and retail district with promenade, entertainment, and links to top sights. It is the city's most visited modern urban area.
Accessible pedestrian bridge with elevated views of the canal, Gasometer, and industrial scenery. Popular for sunsets and skyline photos.
Historic workers' settlement with neat brick rows and garden character. One of the Ruhr's most charming walking areas for industrial heritage fans.
A hearty Ruhr-area pea soup with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is a classic workers' meal long associated with local home cooking.
Cured and smoked raw minced pork served on rye bread with onions. A beloved Rhineland and Ruhr snack often eaten in pubs or at home.
Potato pancakes, often served with apple sauce or beet syrup. Popular across the Rhineland and Ruhr, especially at markets and festive events.
Established fine dining restaurant known for elegant seasonal menus and polished service in a refined setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving hearty German and Ruhr-style dishes with beer in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Historic gasthaus style venue popular for classic regional cooking, generous portions, and a welcoming traditional ambience.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transit and everyday meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes if service is good.
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Oberhausen Hbf -> Altmarkt, Oberhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Oberhausen 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 Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Oberhausen trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Oberhausen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Oberhausen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
Oberhausen Hbf is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Oberhausen 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: Pizzarello, McDonald's, Subway, Lux
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen Hbf. ATMs are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Information desks are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Akzent, Garni, Hotel Residenz Oberhausen.
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd is 1 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd 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: Pizza Nizza, Mandarin China-Spezialitäten, Teatro, Franziskaner
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd.
Oberhausen-Sterkrade is 2 km from Oberhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Oberhausen-Sterkrade 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: Pizzeria Napoli, Balcanico, Da Vito, Friet-van-Piet
Wi-Fi is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. ATMs are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Ticket office support is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Information desks are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Luggage storage is available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oberhausen-Sterkrade.
Nearby hotels include Zum weißen Hirsch, Gasthof Harlos.
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