- 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.
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 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 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 31 trains that leave Frankfurt Airport long-distance station for Amsterdam Centraal on Fri, Jun 19, 8 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 364 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 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 920 · IC 3020+
20006
IC 60402
ICE 826 · ICE 242
ICE 24 · 26834 · 18978 · IC 3992
ICE 26 · ICE 120
ICE 122
ICE 224
ICE 120
ICE 222
ICE 128Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $258 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal:
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $108 (€89).
A bus is $222 (€182) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $258 (€211).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
Bus takes on average 10h 39m.
You'll arrive about 1h 6m sooner (3h 10m by train vs 4h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $108 (€89) compared to roughly $98 (€81) 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 Deutsche Bahn, 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 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 528 · 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 1186 | Delayed 7:51 PM 8:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h55 | 2:17 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 528+ 20040+ IC 3012 | Delayed 7:51 PM 8:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h13 | 6:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 920+ 20006+ IC 3020 | On time 11:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 8h55 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 920 · S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 | On time 11:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 8h25 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
ICE 2518 · ICE 222 | On time 4:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h30 | 9:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 222 | On time 5:47 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h42 | 9:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826 · ICE 242 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h33 | 10:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 2241 · 28510 · ICE 240 | On time 6:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h31 | 12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 220 | On time 7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h43 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 128 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h30 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 204 · ICE 240 | On time 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h18 | 12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 822 · 89875 · ICE 240 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h07 | 12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 128 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h43 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 · ICE 148 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h18 | 2:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 728 · 89879 · ICE 148 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h07 | 2:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 126 | On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h43 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 200 · ICE 146 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h18 | 4:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 · 21336 · ICE 146 | On time 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h07 | 4:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 228 · ICE 122 | On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h30 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 720 · ICE 144 | On time 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h23 | 6:45 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 720 · ICE 144 · IC 3060 | On time 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h15 | 6:37 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 122 | On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 28 · ICE 224 | On time 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h30 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · ICE 142 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h18 | 8:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 626 · 89891 · ICE 142 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h07 | 8:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 224 | On time 5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 26 · ICE 120 | On time 5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h30 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 622 · ICE 140 | On time 6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h07 | 10:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 120 | On time 7:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 24 · 26834 · 18978 · IC 3992 | On time 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h45 | 2:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6 transfers | |
ICE 528 · 20094 · IC 3588 · IC 21402 | On time 8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h22 | 1:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 318 · 26837 · IC 21432 · IC 1409 | On time 8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 6h15 | 2:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 512 · 26834 · 18978 · IC 3992 | On time 9:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h34 | 2:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6 transfers | |
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Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Amsterdam Centraal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam Centraal trip today.
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for art and history lovers.
World-leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with major paintings, drawings, and letters. One of Amsterdam’s most in-demand cultural attractions.
Historic canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Powerful, essential visit focused on remembrance and human rights.
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.
Two thin waffles filled with warm caramel syrup. A classic Dutch sweet snack strongly associated with markets and bakeries in Amsterdam.
Deep-fried crunchy balls with a soft ragout filling, usually served with mustard. A beloved Dutch bar snack often eaten with beer.
Raw herring, often served with chopped onions and pickles. One of the most traditional Dutch street foods and a must-try local specialty.
Historic fine-dining restaurant in a Dutch Golden Age building, offering elegant interpretations of regional Dutch cuisine.
Established Dutch restaurant serving traditional dishes in a refined canal-house setting. Known for classic local flavors and warm hospitality.
Well-known Amsterdam restaurant focused on hearty Dutch comfort food, with a quirky interior and a long-standing local reputation.
Amsterdam is costly by Dutch standards. Hotels, dining, and drinks near Centraal are pricey, but supermarkets and casual spots help control daily costs.
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.
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