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Rijksmuseum
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 21
€87
Fastest journey on Sep 21
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
2 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 21
11
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam without transferring at least once.
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9463Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam 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 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a flight costs an average of €486.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€66 Average price | €486 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam costing on average €66.
A bus is €463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam costing on average €486.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 21m.
Bus takes on average 3h 29m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 37m by car). Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €37 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.
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 Vilvoorde to Amsterdam trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3111+ 9333 | 12:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 2:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3112+ 9937 | 1:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h00 | 3:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3114+ 9351 | 3:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 5:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3115+ 9357 | 4:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 6:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3116+ 9363 | 5:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 7:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3117+ 9369 | 6:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 8:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3118+ 9375 | 7:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 9:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3119+ 9977 | 8:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h00 | 10:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
3120+ 9387 | 9:20 PM Vilvoorde station | 2h30 | 11:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 21 | |||||
1758+ 9415 | 9:29 AM Vilvoorde station | 2h21 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1758+ 9315 | 9:29 AM Vilvoorde station | 2h21 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
1759+ 9321 | 10:28 AM Vilvoorde station | 2h22 | 12:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Vilvoorde to Amsterdam run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
World-famous museum with Dutch masters including Rembrandt and Vermeer, plus decorative arts spanning centuries of national history.
Leading museum dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, with the largest collection of his paintings, drawings, and personal letters.
Poignant museum in the secret annex where Anne Frank hid. Essential for understanding the Holocaust through a personal story.
Amsterdam’s central square, surrounded by major monuments and historic buildings. A natural starting point for first-time visitors.
Elegant canal district lined with 17th-century merchant houses, bridges, and waterside views. Ideal for scenic walks and photos.
Amsterdam’s largest urban park, great for strolling, picnics, and open-air culture. A favorite retreat for locals and visitors.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A classic Dutch bar snack and street food often eaten with mustard.
Raw herring, usually served with onions and pickles. A famous Dutch seafood tradition, especially popular from street fish stalls.
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.
Historic canal-side cafe known for Dutch classics, beers, and genever in a traditional brown-cafe setting.
Popular pancake house serving classic Dutch pannenkoeken and poffertjes in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Amsterdam is pricier than many European cities, with high hotel rates, mid-range dining, and paid transit, though budget eats and supermarket meals can help control daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips at cafes are appreciated but not expected.
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Amsterdam Centraal -> Dam Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilvoorde 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 Vilvoorde to Amsterdam trains use the Vilvoorde to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Vilvoorde and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vilvoorde 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 De Kuiper, Bistro Vilvoorde
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vilvoorde. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vilvoorde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vilvoorde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vilvoorde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilvoorde: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel The Lodge Vilvoorde, Campanile Hotel Brussels Vilvoorde, Eurovolleycenter Hotel.
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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