The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
6 h 34 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
366 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South 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 South station to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
Of the 1 trains that leave Frankfurt South station for Amsterdam Centraal on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 366 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 34 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 34 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 227 miles (366 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price | €168 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 6h34 | 10:15 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal
Distance 227 miles (366 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 15:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt South station and Amsterdam Centraal from $34 (€28). 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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt South station to Amsterdam Centraal
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- 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.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
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