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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
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bussum to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bussum to Amsterdam will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bussum for Amsterdam on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 27 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 train as it is the most popular option from Bussum to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 27m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (27m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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 Intercity, 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 Bussum to Amsterdam trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 AM Bussum | 0h27 | 9:37 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Bussum | 0h27 | 10:37 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 PM Bussum | 0h25 | 8:49 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bussum to Amsterdam run on average 179 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 50 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 179 |
Direct trains 50 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
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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 and dining cost more than in many other cities, though transit and snacks stay manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Taxis are often rounded up; tipping in cafes is optional.
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