- 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
$135
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stade to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stade to Amsterdam will cost around $180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
It's difficult to get from Stade to Amsterdam without transferring at least 2 times.
S5 · ICE 201 · ICE 144
S5 · ICE 105 · ICE 240
S5 · ICE 613 · ICE 122
S5 · ICE 611 · ICE 124
S5 · ICE 515 · ICE 220
14544 · ICE 107 · ICE 148
S5 · ICE 109 · ICE 146
S5 · ICE 105 · ICE 240
S5 · ICE 201 · ICE 144
14542 · ICE 517 · ICE 128Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stade to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $140.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $227 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stade to Amsterdam:
A train is $133 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stade to Amsterdam costing on average $227 (€186).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 4m.
Bus takes on average 14h 36m.
The journey is about 8m faster (5h 11m by train vs 5h 19m by car) and roughly $1 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($93 (€77) vs $95 (€78)). 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 Stade to Amsterdam trains for today, Sunday, July 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:05 PM Stade | 11h44 | 9:49 AM Amsterdam | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, July 6 | |||||
S5 · ICE 515 · ICE 220 | On time 4:36 AM Stade station | 6h53 | 11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 105 · ICE 240 | On time 5:36 AM Stade station | 6h23 | 11:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
14542 · ICE 517 · ICE 128 | On time 6:45 AM Stade station | 6h44 | 1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
14544 · ICE 107 · ICE 148 | On time 7:45 AM Stade station | 6h16 | 2:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 519 · ICE 126 | On time 8:36 AM Stade station | 6h53 | 3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 109 · ICE 146 | On time 9:36 AM Stade station | 6h23 | 3:59 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 611 · ICE 124 | On time 10:36 AM Stade station | 6h53 | 5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 201 · ICE 144 | On time 11:36 AM Stade station | 6h24 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S5 · ICE 613 · ICE 122 | On time 12:36 PM Stade station | 6h53 | 7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Stade to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stade 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 Stade to Amsterdam trains use the Stade to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Stade and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stade 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: Chinasnack Point, Taco's, Eiscafé Sebastiano am Zeughaus, Klapperina-Kitchenbar
Wi-Fi is available at Stade. ATMs are available at Stade.
Ticket office support is available at Stade. Information desks are available at Stade.
Luggage storage is available at Stade. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stade: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stade.
Nearby hotels include H+ Hotel Stade, Hotel garni Zur Hanse.
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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