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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Amsterdam will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Heidelberg to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.
S2 · 4750 · IC 2241 · 106085:06 AM7h58Heidelberg Hbf1:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid$671One-way5 transfers- ICE 698 · IC 604022:02 AM6h57Heidelberg Hbf8:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal$871One-way1 transfer
- IC 1941 · 10628 · 20090 · IC 35804:24 PM6h40Heidelberg Hbf11:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid$1131One-way3 transfers
- ICE 710 · ICE 28 · ICE 2243:20 PM6h09Heidelberg Hbf9:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$1241One-way2 transfers
- IC 1947 · 10616 · 20078 · IC 355610:24 AM6h40Heidelberg Hbf5:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid$1251One-way3 transfers
- S3 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1288:43 AM4h46Heidelberg Hbf1:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$2301One-way2 transfers
- S3 · ICE 1010 · ICE 12610:43 AM4h46Heidelberg Hbf3:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$2001One-way2 transfers
- S3 · ICE 918 · ICE 12412:43 PM4h46Heidelberg Hbf5:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$1871One-way2 transfers
- S3 · ICE 2244:43 PM4h46Heidelberg Hbf9:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal$1621One-way1 transfer
- S1 · ICE 1014 · ICE 2206:43 AM4h46Heidelberg Hbf11:29 AMAmsterdam Centraal$2301One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $114.
Distance: 263 miles (424 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $279 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Amsterdam:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Amsterdam costing on average $111 (€89).
A bus is $230 (€186) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Amsterdam costing on average $279 (€225).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 7h 48m.
The journey is about 19m faster (5h 37m by train vs 5h 56m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($111 (€89) vs $116 (€93)). 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.
Live departures
Heidelberg to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 698 · IC 60402 | Delayed 2:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h57 | 6:59 AM 6:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 618 · ICE 222 | 3:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h49 | 9:32 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| S2 · 4750 · IC 2241 · 10608 | 5:06 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h58 | 1:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 776 · ICE 220 | 5:48 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h41 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 378 · ICE 1022 · ICE 128 | On time 6:02 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 7h27 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| S1 · ICE 1014 · ICE 220 | 6:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h46 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| S7 · ICE 204 · 20070 · IC 3540 | 7:09 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h55 | 1:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| 15306 · ICE 128 | On time 7:25 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h04 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1049 · 10612 · 20074 · IC 3548 | 8:24 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h40 | 3:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 1012 · ICE 1020 · ICE 126 | On time 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h46 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 1012 · ICE 128 | On time 8:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h46 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 19260 · ICE 202 · 20074 · IC 3548 | 9:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h54 | 3:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| 15310 · ICE 126 | On time 9:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h03 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1947 · 10616 · 20078 · IC 3556 | On time 10:24 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h40 | 5:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 1010 · ICE 126 | On time 10:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h46 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 124 | On time 10:43 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h46 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| 19264 · ICE 200 · 20078 · IC 3556 | 11:10 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h54 | 5:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| 15314 · ICE 124 | On time 11:26 AM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h03 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1645 · 10620 · 20082 · IC 3564 | 12:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h40 | 7:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 918 · ICE 124 | On time 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h46 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 918 · ICE 1228 · ICE 122 | On time 12:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h46 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| 19268 · ICE 108 · 20082 · IC 3564 | 1:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h54 | 7:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| 15318 · ICE 122 | On time 1:26 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h03 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2012 · ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572 | 2:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h40 | 9:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 916 · ICE 122 | On time 2:42 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h47 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| 19272 · ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572 | 3:10 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 5h54 | 9:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 710 · ICE 28 · ICE 224 | On time 3:20 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h09 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1941 · 10628 · 20090 · IC 3580 | On time 4:24 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 6h40 | 11:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
| S3 · ICE 224 | On time 4:43 PM Heidelberg Hbf | 4h46 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Heidelberg to Amsterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Heidelberg to Amsterdam trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Heidelberg and Amsterdam from $31 (€25). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Traveling by train from Heidelberg to Amsterdam
The train connection between Heidelberg and Amsterdam offers a convenient and scenic way to travel between these two cities. Operated by Deutsche Bahn, the journey typically takes around 6 hours with comfortable seating options and onboard amenities. Passengers can enjoy picturesque views of the German countryside as they make their way towards the Dutch capital, making it an enjoyable experience for travelers looking to explore both destinations.
Train Connection: Heidelberg to Amsterdam
The train journey from Heidelberg to Amsterdam takes approximately 5 hours and 52 minutes, with a total of 6 connections available per day. This route is not direct, requiring at least one transfer during the trip. The average waiting time for connections is about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Heidelberg to Amsterdam Train Connection
The first daily train from Heidelberg to Amsterdam departs at 06:04, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the vibrant culture and attractions of these two cities. The last journey of the day leaves at 20:14, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their adventures before returning in the evening.
Train Tickets Price for Heidelberg to Amsterdam
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Heidelberg to Amsterdam is €33. The average ticket price typically hovers around €89, making it a cost-effective option if you book in advance.
Exploring Amsterdam's Cultural Gems
Welcome to the Rijksmuseum, a treasure trove of Dutch art and history that dates back to 1800. This iconic museum is significant not only for its vast collection, which includes masterpieces by Rembrandt and Vermeer but also as a symbol of national pride showcasing the Golden Age of Dutch painting. One unique feature you won't want to miss is the stunning Night Watch exhibit, where you can admire this monumental work up close in an immersive setting.
Next on our journey is the Anne Frank House, where young Anne penned her poignant diary while hiding from Nazi persecution during World War II. The significance of this site lies in its powerful reminder of resilience and hope amidst unimaginable adversity; it serves as both a memorial and educational center about human rights issues today. As we explore this intimate space, take note of how each room has been preserved with artifacts that bring Anne's story vividly to life.
Finally, we arrive at the Van Gogh Museum—home to the largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh in existence. This museum holds immense significance as it offers profound insights into his tumultuous life through over 200 paintings and countless letters he wrote throughout his career. Be sure to check out "The Bedroom," one of his most famous pieces; it's uniquely displayed alongside personal items that give context to Van Gogh’s emotional struggles during his time living there.
FAQs: Trains from Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Persepolis
- Zum Brückenaff
- 'S' Kastanie
- Choa
- Parkhotel Atlantic
- Hackteufel
- Goldener Falke
- Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- McDonald's
- Saffron
- Thanaphon
- Krokodil
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Mille Stelle
- Krokodil
- Boardinghouse
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Orlyplein.
- Restaurant Helden
- Grand Café Hermes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk
- Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station
- MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, partially covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and local train platforms
- Hall 3: tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
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