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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 23 trains that leave Düsseldorf Hbf for Amsterdam Centraal on Thu, Aug 20, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 20 the direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Thu, Aug 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
IC 604026:17 AM2h42Düsseldorf Hbf8:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal$421One-way0 transfers- S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 · IC 30184:32 AM3h33Düsseldorf Hbf8:05 AMAmsterdam Centraal$631One-way3 transfers
- 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186 · IC 14069:48 PM4h29Düsseldorf Hbf2:17 AMAmsterdam Centraal$631One-way3 transfers
- ICE 1209:25 PM2h04Düsseldorf Hbf11:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$651One-way0 transfers
- IC 3028+
200107:26 AM3h09Düsseldorf Hbf10:35 AMAmsterdam Centraal$731One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1209:25 PM2h04Düsseldorf Hbf11:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$651One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2209:11 AM2h18Düsseldorf Hbf11:29 AMAmsterdam Centraal$1541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 12811:11 AM2h18Düsseldorf Hbf1:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$1471One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1261:11 PM2h18Düsseldorf Hbf3:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$1541One-way0 transfers
- ICE 1243:11 PM2h18Düsseldorf Hbf5:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$751One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $190.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $359 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $64 (€51).
A bus is $334 (€269) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $359 (€289).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€51) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.49 (€-12.46). The journey takes 2h 49m 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
Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Wednesday, August 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60402 | Delayed 4:17 AM 6:17 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h42 | 6:58 AM 6:58 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 20 | |||||
| S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 · IC 3018 | 4:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h33 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| 10203 · IC 3020+20006 | 5:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h29 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 26803 · IC 3020+20006 | 5:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h13 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 222 | On time 7:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h21 | 9:32 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3028+20010 | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 220 | On time 9:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3036+20014 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 12:35 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3038+20014 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h39 | 1:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 128 | On time 11:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3044+20018 | 11:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 2:35 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 126 | On time 1:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3052+20022 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h10 | 4:36 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 124 | On time 3:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3060+20026 | 3:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 6:35 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 122 | On time 5:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3068+20030 | 5:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 8:35 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 224 | On time 7:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h18 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3076+20034 | 7:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h09 | 10:35 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 120 | On time 9:25 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h04 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3084+20038 | 9:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h12 | 12:38 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186 · IC 1406 | 9:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h29 | 2:17 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3012+20040 | 10:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h11 | 6:37 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal
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Netherlands
Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, ÖBB | ICE from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Amsterdam Centraal from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
ÖBB | ICE
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal
Most Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Hbf and Amsterdam Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal 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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
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