How to travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Lübeck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $246.

Distance: 261 miles (421 km)

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Driving

$109

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$49

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$246

Average price

$115

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 24m

Average total duration

5h 54m

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30m

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8h 34m

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8h 4m

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3h 22m

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1h 22m

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5h 34m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of $49 (€40).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Lübeck:

A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Lübeck costing on average $109 (€88).

A bus is $196 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Lübeck costing on average $246 (€199).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Lübeck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Lübeck among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $109 (€88) compared to roughly $115 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 5h 54m versus 5h 34m 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.

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from Amsterdam to Lübeck

How to get from Amsterdam to Lübeck by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:10 PM10h40
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    8:50 AMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:10 PM10h40
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    8:50 AMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1757
    4:50 PM1h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:50 PMHamburg Airport
    $3191One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICD 1839 · IC 1739 · 20371 · ICE 1032
    11:16 AM6h36
    Amsterdam Zuid
    5:52 PMLübeck Hbf
    $581One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 737 · IC 17939 · 20371 · ICE 1032
    11:11 AM6h41
    Amsterdam Zuid
    5:52 PMLübeck Hbf
    $581One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 121 · IC 2206 · ICE 616 · 11466
    6:38 AM6h46
    Amsterdam Centraal
    1:24 PMLübeck Hbf
    $581One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 PM11h05
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    8:50 AMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 AM8h20
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    6:25 PMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMAF8373+Air FranceAF1410
    6:55 AM3h35
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:30 AMHamburg Airport
    $1881One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF8345+Air FranceAF1610
    5:50 PM4h20
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:10 PMHamburg Airport
    $1881One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMAF5474+Air FranceAF1510
    12:30 PM4h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:20 PMHamburg Airport
    $1881One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck

Travel to Lübeck easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Lübeck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Lübeck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of $49 (€40).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Lübeck:

A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Lübeck costing on average $109 (€88).

A bus is $196 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Lübeck costing on average $246 (€199).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 22m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 34m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Lübeck is approximately 261 miles (421 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Lübeck is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Lübeck as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Lübeck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Lübeck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Lübeck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, KLM to go to Lübeck by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lübeck by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Lübeck by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Lübeck with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Lübeck often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Hamburg, Berlin, Malmö, Szczecin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lübeck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lübeck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lübeck, you can explore the iconic Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through the charming streets of Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks".
To fully enjoy Lübeck's medieval architecture, historical sites, and cultural experiences, 2 to 3 days are recommended.

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