- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
lei274
Average ticket price on Sep 15
lei435
Fastest journey on Sep 15
7 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
10 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 15
5
Distance
618 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam will cost around lei435 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei274.
It's difficult to get from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam without transferring at least 2 times.
4800 · ICE 614 · IC 2049 · 10612
4204 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 126
17840 · 32600 · ICE 1014 · ICE 220
17840 · 32600 · ICE 1014 · ICE 1022
4204 · ICE 1012 · ICE 128
4204 · ICE 1012 · ICE 128
4204 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 126
4800 · ICE 614 · IC 2049 · 10612
17840 · 32600 · ICE 1014 · ICE 220
17840 · 32600 · ICE 1014 · ICE 1022Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei482 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei482, while a train costs an average of lei734.
Distance: 384 miles (618 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei734 Average price | lei482 Average price Cheapest | lei792 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 13m Average total duration Fastest 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam:
A bus is lei252 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam costing on average lei734.
A bus is lei4547 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam costing on average lei5029.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 43m.
Bus takes on average 15h 38m.
The journey is about 1h 9m faster (7h 43m by train vs 8h 52m by car) and roughly lei58 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (lei734 vs lei792). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17840 · 32600 · ICE 1014 · ICE 1022 | On time 12:19 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 13h10 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
17840 · 32600 · ICE 1014 · ICE 220 | On time 12:19 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 11h10 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
4800 · ICE 614 · IC 2049 · 10612 | 5:27 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 9h37 | 3:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5 transfers | |
4204 · ICE 1012 · ICE 128 | On time 6:03 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 7h26 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
4204 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 126 | On time 6:03 AM Friedrichshafen Stadt | 9h26 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers |
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Trains from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei313 but you can travel from only lei268 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 384 miles (618 km) distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 384 miles (618 km) |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price lei313 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Friedrichshafen to Amsterdam trains use the Friedrichshafen Stadt to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Friedrichshafen and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Friedrichshafen Stadt 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 options include: Kochlöffel, Ailinger Hof, Cafe Vinebar Al Porto, Felders
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Stadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Friedrichshafen Stadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Stadt.
Nearby hotels include Stadthotel Kleiner Berg, Select Hotel Goldenes Rad Friedrichshafen, Schwanen, Villa Von Soden.
Friedrichshafen Flughafen is 3 km from Friedrichshafen city centre. Public transport options include:
Friedrichshafen Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Do-X, Imbiss auf Besucherterrasse, LSC Restaurant, Volare
Wi-Fi is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. ATMs are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. Information desks are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Friedrichshafen Flughafen.
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 options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
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 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. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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