- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Den Helder to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Den Helder to Amsterdam will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 39 trains that leave Den Helder for Amsterdam on Sat, Aug 01, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
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IC 3031Trains from Den Helder to Amsterdam run on average 139 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 139 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Den Helder to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3025 | 6:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 7:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3025 · SPR 4127 · SPR 4327 | 6:34 AM Den Helder station | 2h01 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3025 | 6:38 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 7:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3027 | 7:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 8:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3027 · SPR 4129 · SPR 4329 | 7:04 AM Den Helder station | 2h01 | 9:05 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3027 | 7:08 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 8:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3029 | 7:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 8:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3029 · SPR 8231 · SPR 5731 | 7:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 9:22 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3029 | 7:38 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 8:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3031 · SPR 8233 · SPR 5733 | 8:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 9:52 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3031 | 8:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 9:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3031 | 8:08 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 9:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3033 | 8:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 9:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3033 · SPR 8235 · SPR 5735 | 8:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 10:22 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3033 | 8:38 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 9:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3035 · SPR 8237 · SPR 5737 | 9:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 10:52 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3035 | 9:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 10:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3035 | 9:08 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 10:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3037 · SPR 8239 · SPR 5739 | 9:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 11:22 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3037 | 9:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 10:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3037 | 9:38 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 10:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3039 · SPR 8241 · SPR 5741 | 10:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 11:52 AM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3039 | 10:04 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 11:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3039 | 10:08 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 11:21 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3041 | 10:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h17 | 11:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3041 · SPR 8243 · SPR 5743 | 10:34 AM Den Helder station | 1h48 | 12:22 PM Amsterdam RAI | 2 transfers | |
IC 3041 | 10:38 AM Den Helder Zuid | 1h13 | 11:51 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with the largest collection of his paintings, drawings, and personal letters.
Poignant museum in the secret annex where Anne Frank hid. Essential for understanding the Holocaust through a personal story.
Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major monuments and historic buildings. A natural starting point for first-time visitors.
Elegant canal district lined with 17th-century merchant houses, bridges, and waterside views. Ideal for scenic walks and photos.
Amsterdam’s largest urban park, great for strolling, picnics, and open-air culture. A favorite retreat for locals and visitors.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A classic Dutch bar snack and street food often eaten with mustard.
Raw herring, usually served with onions and pickles. A famous Dutch seafood tradition, especially popular from street fish stalls.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savory. They are a long-standing everyday favorite in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant offering inventive Dutch tasting menus in an intimate fine-dining space.
Historic canal-side cafe known for Dutch classics, beers, and genever in a traditional brown-cafe setting.
Popular pancake house serving classic Dutch pannenkoeken and poffertjes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European cities, with high hotel rates, mid-range dining, and paid transit, though budget eats and supermarket meals can help control daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Den Helder to Amsterdam 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Den Helder to Amsterdam trains use the Den Helder to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam RAI. Use this guide to compare Den Helder and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Den Helder has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Stoom, De Oude Gast
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Helder. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Helder. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Helder: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Helder: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Helder: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Den Helder, Forest Hotel, Hotel Wienerhof.
Den Helder Zuid is 3 km from Den Helder city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Helder Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Den Helder Zuid.
ATMs are available at Den Helder Zuid.
Available at Den Helder Zuid: Parking.
Available at Den Helder Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Helder Zuid.
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 RAI is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam RAI 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, Restaurant Riva
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam RAI. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam RAI. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam RAI: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam RAI: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Amsterdam City, Holiday Inn Amsterdam, Motel One Amsterdam.
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.
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