- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price on Oct 08
$48
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$122
Fastest journey on Oct 08
4 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
4 h 49 m
Trains on Oct 08
26
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Amsterdam will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 26 trains from Hamburg to Amsterdam, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct trains cover the 368 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest trains will take 5 h 19 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 921 · IC 60402
ICE 209 · 20236 · IC 1714 · IC 1516
ICE 209 · 20236 · IC 1714 · ICD 1814
ICE 921 · 89700 · S8 · 20060
ICE 921 · 89704 · IC 3020+
20006
ICE 146
ICE 240
ICE 144
ICE 140
ICE 107 · ICE 148Trains from Hamburg to Amsterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (368 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 228 miles (368 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Amsterdam trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 921 · IC 60402 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h14 | 8:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 921 · 89700 · S8 · 20060 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h19 | 8:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 23+ 20006+ IC 3020 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h50 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 23+ 20006+ IC 3220 | On time 10:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h39 | 8:24 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
81945+ 14051 · 20352 · IC 1726 | 11:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h27 | 9:56 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
81945+ 14051 · 20352 · IC 1726 | 11:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h14 | 9:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
81945+ 14051 · 20352 · IC 1726 | 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h07 | 9:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
81945+ 14051 · 20352 · IC 1726 | 11:36 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h20 | 9:56 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
| Thursday, October 8 | |||||
ICE 103 · ICE 242 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h21 | 10:02 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 515 · IC 2007 · ICE 220 | On time 5:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h45 | 11:30 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 240 | On time 7:18 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h41 | 11:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 107 · ICE 148 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h19 | 2:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h44 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 146 | On time 11:18 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h39 | 3:57 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1754 · IC 2754 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h32 | 4:55 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 17954 · IC 754 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h25 | 4:48 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1033 · 20368 · IC 1754 · ICD 1854 | On time 11:23 AM Hamburg Harburg | 5h20 | 4:43 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
ICE 927 · ICE 124 | On time 12:09 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h20 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 144 | On time 1:18 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h42 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 613 · IC 2205 · ICE 122 | On time 1:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h44 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1037 · 20376 · IC 1770 · ICD 1870 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Harburg | 5h20 | 8:43 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1037 · 20376 · IC 17970 · IC 770 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Harburg | 5h25 | 8:48 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1037 · 20376 · IC 1770 · IC 1572 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Harburg | 5h36 | 8:59 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1021 · ICE 224 | On time 4:09 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h20 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 140 | 5:18 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h43 | 10:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 617 · ICE 120 | On time 5:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h44 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 207 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 986 | On time 6:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 5h58 | 12:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
ICE 207 · 20384 · IC 1786 · IC 3086 | On time 6:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 6h22 | 1:07 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 209 · 20236 · IC 1714 · IC 1516 | On time 8:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h14 | 6:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 209 · 20236 · IC 1714 · ICD 1814 | On time 8:45 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h58 | 6:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
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Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with the largest collection of his paintings, drawings, and personal letters.
Poignant museum in the secret annex where Anne Frank hid. Essential for understanding the Holocaust through a personal story.
Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major monuments and historic buildings. A natural starting point for first-time visitors.
Elegant canal district lined with 17th-century merchant houses, bridges, and waterside views. Ideal for scenic walks and photos.
Amsterdam’s largest urban park, great for strolling, picnics, and open-air culture. A favorite retreat for locals and visitors.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A classic Dutch bar snack and street food often eaten with mustard.
Raw herring, usually served with onions and pickles. A famous Dutch seafood tradition, especially popular from street fish stalls.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savory. They are a long-standing everyday favorite in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant offering inventive Dutch tasting menus in an intimate fine-dining space.
Historic canal-side cafe known for Dutch classics, beers, and genever in a traditional brown-cafe setting.
Popular pancake house serving classic Dutch pannenkoeken and poffertjes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European cities, with high hotel rates, mid-range dining, and paid transit, though budget eats and supermarket meals can help control daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Amsterdam trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg 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 options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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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