Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$37

Average price

$90

Fastest journey

2 h 37 m

Average duration

2 h 42 m

Trains per day

22

Distance

200 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.

Fast trains

Of the 22 trains that leave Dortmund Hbf for Amsterdam Centraal on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .

On Fri, Jun 19 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 617 · ICE 120
    8:36 PM2h53
    Dortmund Hbf
    11:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $371One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn26804 · IC 60402
    5:45 AM3h14
    Dortmund Hbf
    8:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    $521One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 144
    3:46 PM2h59
    Dortmund Hbf
    6:45 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 144 · IC 3060
    3:46 PM2h51
    Dortmund Hbf
    6:37 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 615 · ICE 224
    6:36 PM2h53
    Dortmund Hbf
    9:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $186.

Distance: 124 miles (200 km)

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Bus
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Driving

$66

Average price

$29

Average price

Cheapest

$404

Average price

$54

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 17m

Average total duration

4h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 15m

Average total duration

4h 15m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

2h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is a bus with an average price of $29 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal:

A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $66 (€54).

A bus is $375 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $404 (€331).

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 15m.

Bus takes on average 4h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dortmund Hbf and Amsterdam Centraal including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $66 (€54) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.25 (€-10.04). The journey takes 3h 8m versus 2h 32m 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.

Live departures

Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal train times

The table below shows live departures for Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS1 · S8 · 20060 · IC 352012:53 AM Dortmund Hbf
7h12
8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
Deutsche BahnS2 · S1 · S8 · 200602:18 AM Dortmund Hbf
5h47
8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal5 transfers
Deutsche Bahn89910 · S8 · 20060 · IC 35203:03 AM Dortmund Hbf
5h02
8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn89866+VIAS Rail GmbH20006+Deutsche BahnIC 30205:03 AM Dortmund Hbf
3h32
8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn26804 · IC 60402
Delayed
5:45 AM Dortmund Hbf
3h14
6:59 AM 6:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 513 · ICE 222
On time
6:36 AM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
9:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 242
On time
7:52 AM Dortmund Hbf
2h37
10:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 217 · ICE 220
On time
8:40 AM Dortmund Hbf
2h49
11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 240
On time
9:46 AM Dortmund Hbf
2h43
12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 517 · ICE 128
On time
10:36 AM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 148
On time
11:46 AM Dortmund Hbf
2h43
2:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 519 · ICE 126
On time
12:36 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 146
On time
1:46 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h43
4:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 611 · ICE 124
On time
2:36 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 144
On time
3:46 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h59
6:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 144 · IC 3060
On time
3:46 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h51
6:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 613 · ICE 122
On time
4:36 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 142
On time
5:46 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h43
8:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 615 · ICE 224
On time
6:36 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89894+VIAS Rail GmbH20034 · 21236+Deutsche BahnIC 30787:03 PM Dortmund Hbf
4h02
11:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 617 · ICE 120
On time
8:36 PM Dortmund Hbf
2h53
11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn89898+VIAS Rail GmbH20038+Deutsche BahnIC 30849:03 PM Dortmund Hbf
3h35
12:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal

GermanyGermany
NetherlandsNetherlands
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Trains from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 2h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $19 (€15)
Distance
124 miles (200 km)
Average train duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€24)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
1:31 AM
Last train
10:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $19 (€15)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH trains will get you between Dortmund Hbf and Amsterdam Centraal from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

VIAS Rail GmbH

About
VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name "VIAS" is derived from the Latin word "via" (way) and "S" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group.
Luggage & cancellation policy
VIAS Rail GmbH frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

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  • Must visit

Rijksmuseum

The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for art and history lovers.

  • Must visit

Van Gogh Museum

World-leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with major paintings, drawings, and letters. One of Amsterdam’s most in-demand cultural attractions.

  • Must visit

Anne Frank House

Historic canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Powerful, essential visit focused on remembrance and human rights.

Euro

Amsterdam is costly by Dutch standards. Hotels, dining, and drinks near Centraal are pricey, but supermarkets and casual spots help control daily costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
EUR 10-15 for street food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
EUR 20-35 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
EUR 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
EUR 3-5 for a cappuccino or latte.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; small tips for hotel staff are optional.

FAQs: Trains from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal 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 Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€24), while the average price is around $66 (€54).
The train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal takes 2h 52m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 1:31 AM.
The distance by train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is 124 miles (200 km).
The last train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 10:25 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal.
The cheapest way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is by bus, with a cost of around $19 (€15).
The train journey from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal offers pleasant views, including picturesque landscapes of the German countryside and the scenic waterways of the Netherlands, but it is not considered one of the most scenic train routes in Europe.
A day trip from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 52m. There are 8 trains per day covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal.
Since both Dortmund Hbf and Amsterdam Centraal are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Amsterdam Centraal include Antwerp, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Zandvoort, The Hague.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal

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The major train station for departures in Dortmund is Dortmund Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dortmund Hbf for your trip from Dortmund to Amsterdam.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
  • Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
Dining
  • Subway
  • Caliente
  • Ong Bui Asia Fusion
  • Kleimann
Hotel
Hotel
  • Cityhotel Dortmund
  • Esplanade
  • Drei Kronen
  • Hotel Unique Novum

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