- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, known for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 29 trains that leave Mannheim Hbf for Amsterdam Centraal on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 408 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 5 h 7 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 272 · ICE 920 · S8 · 20060
IC 60402
4750 · IC 2241 · 10608 · 20070
IC 1941 · 10628 · 20090 · IC 3580
ICE 510 · 10638 · 20060 · IC 3520
ICE 916 · ICE 122
ICE 912 · ICE 120
ICE 224
ICE 616 · ICE 220
ICE 1014 · IC 3236 · IC 2736+
20014Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $114.
Distance: 253 miles (408 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $246 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $101 (€81).
A bus is $201 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $246 (€198).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Bus takes on average 7h 31m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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 Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 2518 · ICE 222 | Delayed 1:32 AM 4:01 AMMannheim Hbf | 5h27 | 9:28 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 · ICE 220 | 6:39 AM Mannheim Hbf | 4h50 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 1049 · 10612 · 20074 | 6:48 AM Mannheim Hbf | 8h17 | 3:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
ICE 204 · 20070 · IC 3540 · IC 3038 | On time 7:26 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h39 | 1:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 614 · ICE 128 | On time 8:38 AM Mannheim Hbf | 4h51 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 · 29507 · ICE 728 · ICE 126 | On time 8:38 AM Mannheim Hbf | 6h51 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 202 · 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 3046 | On time 9:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h40 | 3:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
4562 · ICE 724 · ICE 124 | On time 10:35 AM Mannheim Hbf | 6h54 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 | On time 11:11 AM Mannheim Hbf | 4h18 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 3054 | On time 11:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h40 | 5:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1645 · 10620 · 20082 · IC 3564 | 12:24 PM Mannheim Hbf | 6h41 | 7:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 610 · 29515 · ICE 720 · ICE 122 | On time 12:39 PM Mannheim Hbf | 6h50 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 918 · ICE 124 | On time 1:11 PM Mannheim Hbf | 4h18 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · 20082 · IC 3564 · IC 3062 | On time 1:25 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h40 | 7:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572 · IC 3070 | On time 3:33 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h32 | 9:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IC 1941 · 10628 · 20090 · IC 3580 | On time 4:18 PM Mannheim Hbf | 6h47 | 11:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
4574 · ICE 622 · ICE 120 | On time 4:35 PM Mannheim Hbf | 6h54 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 224 | 5:08 PM Mannheim Hbf | 4h21 | 9:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 104 · 20090 · IC 3580 · IC 3078 | On time 5:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 5h39 | 11:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 912 · ICE 120 | On time 7:11 PM Mannheim Hbf | 4h18 | 11:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 102 · ICE 647+ 20040+ IC 3012 | 7:26 PM Mannheim Hbf | 11h09 | 6:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 100+ 20006+ IC 3020 | 9:25 PM Mannheim Hbf | 11h10 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 100+ 20006+ IC 3220 · IC 2720 | 9:25 PM Mannheim Hbf | 11h00 | 8:25 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
4584 · ICE 920 · S8 · 20060 | 9:35 PM Mannheim Hbf | 10h30 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
ICE 510 · 10638 · 20060 · IC 3520 | On time 10:35 PM Mannheim Hbf | 9h30 | 8:05 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 510 · ICE 541+ 20006+ IC 3020 | On time 10:35 PM Mannheim Hbf | 10h00 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
ICE 618 · IC 60402 | Delayed 3:32 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h27 | 6:59 AM 6:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2518 · IC 60402 | Delayed 3:32 AM Mannheim Hbf | 5h27 | 6:59 AM 6:59 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
4750 · IC 2241 · 10608 · 20070 | 5:40 AM Mannheim Hbf | 7h25 | 1:05 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
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Trains from Mannheim Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:56, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 253 miles (408 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 253 miles (408 km) |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 12:56 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Amsterdam Centraal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam Centraal trip today.
The Netherlands’ national museum, known for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
World-famous museum housing the largest collection of Vincent van Gogh’s paintings and drawings. Timed entry is commonly used, so advance booking is important.
Historic museum in the canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. One of the city’s most meaningful and in-demand visits.
A picturesque neighborhood of canals, narrow streets, boutiques, and courtyards. It remains one of Amsterdam’s most loved areas for wandering.
Amsterdam’s best-known city park, ideal for relaxing walks, cycling, and people-watching close to the museum district.
The Nine Streets is a charming canal-side shopping and walking district known for historic facades, independent shops, and photogenic bridges.
Two thin baked waffles filled with warm caramel syrup. A classic Dutch sweet snack strongly associated with markets, bakeries, and train-station treats.
Deep-fried crispy balls filled with a rich beef ragout, traditionally served with mustard. A beloved Dutch bar snack often enjoyed with beer.
Raw cured herring, often served with chopped onions and pickles. It is one of the most iconic traditional Dutch street foods.
Celebrated Amsterdam restaurant offering creative modern cuisine and a more upscale experience with strong local acclaim.
Famous casual spot for Dutch-style fries with a wide range of sauces. Ideal for a quick, iconic local snack in the city center.
Refined fine-dining restaurant near Amsterdam Centraal known for elegant seasonal tasting menus and polished service in a luxury setting.
Amsterdam is pricey by Dutch standards. Hotels and dining near Centraal cost more, though transit and casual eats can be reasonable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Round up taxis; tipping in cafes is optional.
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