- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 1 trains that leave Idar-Oberstein for Amsterdam on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 211 miles (341 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam costing on average $114 (€94).
A bus is $255 (€210) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam costing on average $319 (€262).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 46m.
Bus takes on average 12h 18m.
Tickets start at around $114 (€94) compared to roughly $95 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-19.65 (€-16.16). The journey takes 5h 46m versus 5h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29565 · 29656 · 28518 · ICE 146 | On time 10:07 AM Idar-Oberstein station | 6h23 | 4:30 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
29565 · 29656 · 28518 · ICE 146 | On time 10:13 AM Fischbach-Weierbach | 6h17 | 4:30 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
29567 · S8 · ICE 124 | On time 11:13 AM Fischbach-Weierbach | 6h16 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 7:07 AM Idar-Oberstein | 6h57 | 2:04 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (341 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 211 miles (341 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 1:19 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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.
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Amsterdam Centraal -> Dam Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Idar-Oberstein 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 Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam trains use the Idar-Oberstein to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Idar-Oberstein and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Idar-Oberstein is 1 km from Idar-Oberstein city centre. Public transport options include:
Idar-Oberstein 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: Spießbratenhaus Kammerhof, Eissalon San Marco, Ratsstübchen, Cafe am Markt
Wi-Fi is available at Idar-Oberstein. ATMs are available at Idar-Oberstein.
Ticket office support is available at Idar-Oberstein. Information desks are available at Idar-Oberstein.
Luggage storage is available at Idar-Oberstein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Idar-Oberstein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Idar-Oberstein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Idar-Oberstein.
Nearby hotels include Amethyst, Edelstein-Hotel, Schloßschenke, City Hotel.
Fischbach-Weierbach is 7 km from Idar-Oberstein city centre. Public transport options include:
Fischbach-Weierbach 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: Hotel-Café Rieth
Wi-Fi is available at Fischbach-Weierbach. ATMs are available at Fischbach-Weierbach.
Ticket office support is available at Fischbach-Weierbach. Information desks are available at Fischbach-Weierbach.
Luggage storage is available at Fischbach-Weierbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fischbach-Weierbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fischbach-Weierbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fischbach-Weierbach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel-Café Rieth.
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.
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