- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from IJmuiden to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from IJmuiden to Amsterdam will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 16 trains that leave IJmuiden for Amsterdam on Sun, Jun 21, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
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4820Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from IJmuiden to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from IJmuiden to Amsterdam:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from IJmuiden to Amsterdam costing on average $9 (€8).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 33m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (33m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for IJmuiden to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4816 | 8:03 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4816 | 8:06 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h29 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4818 | 8:33 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 9:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4818 | 8:35 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h30 | 9:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4820 | 9:03 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 9:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4820 | 9:06 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h29 | 9:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4822 | 9:33 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 10:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4822 | 9:36 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h29 | 10:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4824 | 10:03 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4824 | 10:06 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h29 | 10:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4826 | 10:34 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 11:06 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4826 | 10:37 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h29 | 11:06 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4828 | 11:03 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 11:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4828 | 11:05 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h30 | 11:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4830 | 11:33 AM Driehuis station | 0h32 | 12:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
4830 | 11:35 AM Santpoort Noord | 0h30 | 12:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from IJmuiden to Amsterdam run on average 108 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 108 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
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Amsterdam Centraal, Amsterdam -> Dam Square, Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from IJmuiden 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 IJmuiden to Amsterdam trains use the Driehuis to Amsterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare IJmuiden and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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