How to travel from Amsterdam to Nijmegen

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Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Nijmegen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $34.

Distance: 54 miles (88 km)

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$34

Average price

$12

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1h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

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30m

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2h 19m

Average total duration

1h 49m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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

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from Amsterdam to Nijmegen

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 PM1h50
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:40 PMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 PM1h50
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:40 PMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • NS InternationalICE 125+NS DomesticIC 3043
    12:33 PM1h14
    Amsterdam Centraal
    1:47 PMNijmegen station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • NS InternationalICE 127+NS DomesticIC 3051
    2:33 PM1h14
    Amsterdam Centraal
    3:47 PMNijmegen station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS InternationalICE 225+NS DomesticIC 3027
    8:31 AM1h16
    Amsterdam Centraal
    9:47 AMNijmegen station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS InternationalICE 121+NS DomesticSPR 7622
    6:40 AM1h19
    Amsterdam Centraal
    7:59 AMNijmegen station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM1h35
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    9:55 AMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM1h55
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    9:55 AMNijmegen, Tunnelweg
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Nijmegen

Travel to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Amsterdam and Nijmegen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Nijmegen is a bus with an average price of $12.

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

A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Nijmegen costing on average $34.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Nijmegen is by train with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 19m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Nijmegen is approximately 54 miles (88 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Nijmegen is:
  • Around 21 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Nijmegen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Nijmegen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Nijmegen, Tunnelweg.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Nijmegen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, NS International, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Nijmegen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Nijmegen by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Nijmegen with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct trains per day with Intercity, NS Domestic, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Nijmegen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Düsseldorf, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nijmegen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nijmegen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nijmegen, you can explore the iconic Waalbrug for panoramic views of the Waal River, visit the vibrant local market at Grote Markt, and enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in the picturesque Kronenburgerpark. Attend a concert at the historic Stevenskerk or take a scenic bike ride along the Waal River. Discover Valkhof Park with its Roman ruins and the Museum Het Valkhof for Roman artifacts and modern art.
To fully experience Nijmegen, including its historical sites, vibrant city life, and natural surroundings, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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