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Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famed for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including Rembrandt and Vermeer. One of Amsterdam’s essential cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
13 h 14 m
Average duration
14 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
797 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zell am See station 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 Zell am See station to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zell am See station for Amsterdam Centraal on Sun, May 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 797 km distance in an average of 14 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 14 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 16 h 11 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 Zell am See station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $97, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 495 miles (797 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$178 Average price Cheapest | $197 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 9m Average total duration 10h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zell am See station to Amsterdam Centraal:
A train is $19 (€15) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zell am See station to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average $197 (€159).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 39m.
Tickets start at around $178 (€144) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-170.22 (€-137.68). The journey takes 10h 39m versus 9h 52m 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.
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 Zell am See station to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:11 AM Zell am See station | 11h18 | 4:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Zell am See station | 13h14 | 8:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Zell am See station | 12h44 | 10:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Zell am See station | 12h30 | 11:15 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zell am See station to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $70 (€57) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 495 miles (797 km) distance in 11h 18m.
Distance 495 miles (797 km) |
Average train duration 10h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 11h 18m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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The Netherlands’ national museum, famed for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including Rembrandt and Vermeer. One of Amsterdam’s essential cultural stops.
Holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, plus letters and paintings by his contemporaries. Extremely popular and best booked ahead.
Historic canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Deeply moving and one of the city’s most visited museums.
Picturesque canal-side district with narrow streets, courtyards, independent shops, and classic Amsterdam atmosphere. Ideal for slow walking.
Charming network of nine small streets lined with boutiques, canal views, and historic facades. Very popular for strolling and photography.
Amsterdam’s best-known urban park, excellent for walks, picnics, and people-watching. A classic green escape near Museumplein.
Two thin waffles filled with warm caramel syrup. A classic Dutch sweet snack strongly associated with markets and bakeries in Amsterdam.
Deep-fried crispy balls with a rich ragout filling, usually beef, served with mustard. A beloved Dutch bar snack often eaten with beer.
Raw cured herring, often served with onion and pickles. It is one of the most iconic traditional Dutch street foods.
Historic fine-dining restaurant in a canal house, known for elegant Dutch-inspired cuisine and a classic Amsterdam atmosphere.
Established Dutch restaurant serving traditional classics in a refined canal-house setting. Good choice for a sit-down introduction to Dutch cuisine.
Well-known Amsterdam restaurant focused on hearty Dutch home cooking such as stamppot and stews, with a warm and quirky atmosphere.
Amsterdam is pricey by Dutch standards. Hotels and restaurants near Centraal cost more, but supermarkets and casual spots help keep daily costs down.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Round up in taxis; small tips in cafes are optional.
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