- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum of Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer. Essential for art, history, and iconic national treasures.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€33
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€35
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sittard to Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sittard to Schiphol will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Sittard to Schiphol, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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 Sittard to Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a flight costs an average of €643.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €643 Average price | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sittard to Schiphol:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sittard to Schiphol costing on average €32.
A bus is €619 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sittard to Schiphol costing on average €643.
Other travel options to Schiphol take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 12m.
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
The journey is about 1m faster (2h 17m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly €3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€32 vs €35). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Sittard to Schiphol trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:16 AM Sittard | 2h11 | 9:27 AM Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Sittard | 2h11 | 10:27 AM Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Sittard | 2h10 | 10:27 AM Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:17 PM Sittard | 2h09 | 9:26 PM Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sittard to Schiphol run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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World-famous museum of Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer. Essential for art, history, and iconic national treasures.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with works by Mondrian, Malevich, and major design collections in Museumplein.
Renowned museum dedicated to Van Gogh’s life and paintings, offering one of the most important collections of his work worldwide.
Amsterdam’s grand central square, framed by historic buildings and monuments. Ideal for first-time visitors and people-watching.
UNESCO-listed canal district of elegant bridges, gabled houses, and scenic walks. A defining Amsterdam experience in every season.
Museumplein is Amsterdam’s cultural square, home to major museums and broad lawns used for events, relaxing, and city views.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb. A beloved Dutch snack found in cafés, bars, and airport kiosks.
Raw herring, often served with onion and pickles. It is a classic Dutch seafood bite tied to fishing heritage.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savory. Traditional, versatile, and popular across the Netherlands for any meal.
Established seafood venue at Schiphol known for fresh fish, shellfish, and a polished but efficient airport atmosphere.
Well-known Dutch bakery café at Schiphol for pastries, sandwiches, coffee, and apple pie in a casual setting.
Casual Dutch fries specialist popular for thick-cut fries with sauces, a quick local snack before or after a flight.
Schiphol and Amsterdam are pricier than many European hubs, with higher hotel, dining, and transit costs, though budget eats and public transport keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small rounding for cafés and taxis is enough.
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Schiphol Airport Station -> Amsterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sittard to Schiphol 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 Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sittard to Schiphol trains use the Sittard to Schiphol Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Sittard and Schiphol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sittard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ernesto's Cantina, Brasserie Abshoven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sittard. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sittard. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sittard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sittard: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sittard: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Sittard, Hotel Merici, Oranje Hotel Sittard.
Geleen-Lutterade is 4 km from Sittard city centre. Public transport options include:
Geleen-Lutterade has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Geleen-Lutterade.
ATMs are available at Geleen-Lutterade.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geleen-Lutterade.
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