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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 art and history lovers.
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
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.
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.
ICE 617 · ICE 120
26804 · IC 60402
ICE 144
ICE 144 · IC 3060
ICE 615 · ICE 224
ICE 242
ICE 240
ICE 148
ICE 146
ICE 142Omio 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)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | 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 + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 15m.
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
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.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S1 · S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 | 12:53 AM Dortmund Hbf | 7h12 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
S2 · S1 · S8 · 20060 | 2:18 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h47 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
89910 · S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 | 3:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 5h02 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
89866+ 20006+ IC 3020 | 5:03 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3h32 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26804 · IC 60402 | Delayed 5:45 AM Dortmund Hbf | 3h14 | 6:59 AM 6:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 · ICE 222 | On time 6:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 9:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 242 | On time 7:52 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h37 | 10:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 217 · ICE 220 | On time 8:40 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h49 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 240 | On time 9:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h43 | 12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 517 · ICE 128 | On time 10:36 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 148 | On time 11:46 AM Dortmund Hbf | 2h43 | 2:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 519 · ICE 126 | On time 12:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 146 | On time 1:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h43 | 4:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 611 · ICE 124 | On time 2:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 144 | On time 3:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h59 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 144 · IC 3060 | On time 3:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h51 | 6:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 · ICE 122 | On time 4:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 142 | On time 5:46 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h43 | 8:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 615 · ICE 224 | On time 6:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
89894+ 20034 · 21236+ IC 3078 | 7:03 PM Dortmund Hbf | 4h02 | 11:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 617 · ICE 120 | On time 8:36 PM Dortmund Hbf | 2h53 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
89898+ 20038+ IC 3084 | 9:03 PM Dortmund Hbf | 3h35 | 12:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
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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.
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 |
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Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major historic buildings and constant activity. A natural starting point for first-time visitors.
Beloved central neighborhood of narrow streets, canals, boutiques, and local character. Ideal for wandering beyond the busiest tourist core.
Large cultural square framed by Amsterdam’s top museums, with open lawns and a lively atmosphere in one of the city’s key visitor areas.
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