How to travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Maastricht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $45.

Distance: 110 miles (178 km)

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$45

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$24

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3h 9m

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2h 39m

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4h 48m

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4h 18m

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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 Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

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

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Maastricht costing on average $45 (€37).

A bus is $346 (€282) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Maastricht costing on average $370 (€302).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 48m.

Flight takes on average 6h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Maastricht including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Maastricht among Omio's users.

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from Amsterdam to Maastricht

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h55
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    11:55 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h55
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    11:55 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 2921
    6:40 AM2h21
    Amsterdam Centraal
    9:01 AMMaastricht station
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • NS DomesticIC 2919
    6:09 AM2h21
    Amsterdam Centraal
    8:30 AMMaastricht station
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 2917
    5:39 AM2h22
    Amsterdam Centraal
    8:01 AMMaastricht station
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 2753
    2:34 PM2h26
    Amsterdam Centraal
    5:00 PMMaastricht station
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:10 PM3h05
    Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    5:15 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 PM3h30
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    5:15 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:05 PM3h00
    Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    10:05 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH993+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4216
    2:50 PM3h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:55 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $4181One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH997 · LH78
    6:30 PM3h15
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    9:45 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $4181One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH989 · LH74
    11:10 AM3h20
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    2:30 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $4181One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Amsterdam to Maastricht

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Amsterdam to Maastricht and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht

Travel to Maastricht 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 Maastricht.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Maastricht including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of $24 (€20).

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

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Maastricht costing on average $45 (€37).

A bus is $346 (€282) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Maastricht costing on average $370 (€302).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 48m.

Flight takes on average 6h 34m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Maastricht is approximately 110 miles (178 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Maastricht is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Maastricht 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 Maastricht:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Maastricht station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Maastricht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Maastricht by bus.
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Intercity, NS Domestic, Arriva NS, Eurostar, NS | BUS, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Maastricht by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Maastricht with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Intercity, Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Maastricht often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Paris, Liège, Cologne, Aachen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Maastricht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Maastricht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Maastricht, you can explore the lively Market Square with its weekly market and impressive Town Hall, stroll through the picturesque streets of the Jekerkwartier with its boutique shops, and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Meuse River. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about local geology and prehistoric artifacts, and experience the vibrant nightlife at the trendy bars and restaurants in the Wyck district. Don't miss Vrijthof Square with its historic buildings and cafes, the Basilica of Saint Servatius for its religious artifacts, guided tours of the St. Pietersberg Caves, the art collections at Bonnefanten Museum, and Helpoort, the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.
Two to three days in Maastricht is typically sufficient to explore the city's historic sites, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the St. Pietersberg Caves, enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, and savor local cuisine.
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