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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$29

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 3 m

Trains per day

70

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zwolle 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 Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 70 trains that leave Zwolle station for Amsterdam Centraal on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .

On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.

  • NS DomesticIC 726 · IC 2626
    8:46 AM1h06
    Zwolle station
    9:52 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 630 · IC 2732
    9:49 AM1h31
    Zwolle station
    11:20 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 646 · IC 2748
    1:49 PM1h31
    Zwolle station
    3:20 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 524 · IC 2726
    8:19 AM1h31
    Zwolle station
    9:50 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 626 · IC 2728
    8:49 AM1h31
    Zwolle station
    10:20 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    $291One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $29.

Distance: 50 miles (82 km)

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Driving

$32

Average price

Cheapest

$24

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal is a train with an average price of $32 (€26).
The fastest way to travel from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal is by train with an average journey time of 1h 12m.
Yes, you can take a train between Zwolle station and Amsterdam Centraal.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 12m by train vs 1h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $24 (€20) 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.

Direct services run with Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity.

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.

Live departures

Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal train times

The table below shows live departures for Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
NS International | IC Brussel730 · 26309:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
10:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel630 · 15329:49 AM Zwolle station
1h10
10:59 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel832 · 263210:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
11:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel532 · 153410:19 AM Zwolle station
1h10
11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel734 · 263410:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
11:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel634+Intercity583610:49 AM Zwolle station
1h30
12:19 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel836 · 263611:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
12:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel536 · 153811:19 AM Zwolle station
1h10
12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel738 · 263811:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
12:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel638 · 154011:49 AM Zwolle station
1h10
12:59 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel540 · 154212:19 PM Zwolle station
1h10
1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel544 · 15461:19 PM Zwolle station
1h10
2:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel646 · 15481:49 PM Zwolle station
1h10
2:59 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
Saturday, June 20
NS DomesticIC 79012:46 AM Zwolle station
1h01
1:47 AM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
Arriva NSNT 327481:21 AM Zwolle station
1h04
2:25 AM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
Arriva NSNT 327862:40 AM Zwolle station
1h00
3:40 AM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 714 · IC 26145:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
6:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 718 · IC 26186:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
7:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel718 · 26186:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
7:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel618 · 29206:49 AM Zwolle station
1h31
8:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 618 · IC 29206:49 AM Zwolle station
1h31
8:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 820 · IC 26207:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
8:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel820 · 26207:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
8:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 520 · IC 29227:19 AM Zwolle station
1h31
8:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel520 · 29227:19 AM Zwolle station
1h31
8:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 722 · IC 26227:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
8:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel722 · 26227:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
8:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 622 · IC 29247:49 AM Zwolle station
1h31
9:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel622 · 29247:49 AM Zwolle station
1h31
9:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 824 · IC 26248:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
9:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel824 · 26248:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
9:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 524 · IC 27268:19 AM Zwolle station
1h31
9:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel524 · 27268:19 AM Zwolle station
1h31
9:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 726 · IC 26268:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
9:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel726 · 26268:46 AM Zwolle station
1h06
9:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 626 · IC 27288:49 AM Zwolle station
1h31
10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel626 · 27288:49 AM Zwolle station
1h31
10:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 828 · IC 26289:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
10:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel828 · 26289:16 AM Zwolle station
1h06
10:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 528 · IC 27309:19 AM Zwolle station
1h31
10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS International | IC Brussel528 · 27309:19 AM Zwolle station
1h31
10:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal

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Trains from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 4m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
50 miles (82 km)
Average train duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€24)
Trains per day
33
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
5:49 AM
Last train
8:19 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal trainsIntercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Zwolle station and Amsterdam Centraal from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "InterCity" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, "Intercity" or "IC" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Intercity frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Intercity

NS International | IC Brussel

About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The "IC Brussel" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
$24 (€20)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
25 a day

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Average meal costs

Budget
EUR 10-15 for street food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
EUR 20-35 per person at a casual restaurant.
Fine dining
EUR 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
EUR 3-5 for a cappuccino or latte.

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FAQs: Trains from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal 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 Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $29 (€24), while the average price is around $32 (€26).
The train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal takes 1h 4m and runs 33 per day.
The distance by train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal is 50 miles (82 km).
The first train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 5:49 AM.
The last train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 8:19 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal.
Yes, there is a direct train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal. This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal.
The cheapest way to get from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal is by train, with a cost of around $29 (€24).
The train journey from Zwolle to Amsterdam Centraal offers pleasant views of the Dutch countryside, with sights of green fields, small towns, and traditional windmills, making it a relatively scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Zwolle to Amsterdam Centraal is feasible. The journey takes 1h 4m, the distance is 50 miles (82 km), and there are 47 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal.
Since both Zwolle station and Amsterdam Centraal are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Amsterdam Centraal include Antwerp, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Zandvoort, The Hague.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Zwolle station to Amsterdam Centraal

Zwolle
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The major train station for departures in Zwolle is Zwolle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zwolle for your trip from Zwolle to Amsterdam.
ZwolleWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Stationsplein 16, 8011 CW Zwolle, Netherlands
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
12
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Stationsplein
Dining
Dining
  • De Librije
  • Restaurant Poppe
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms
WC
WC
  • €0.70
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Ter Borch
  • Hotel Lumen Zwolle
  • Bilderberg Grand Hotel Wientjes
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 5,800 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
  • Hall 2: platform 5-12 for regional trains
Public transit options for Zwolle
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Intercity and regional services

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