How to travel from Amsterdam to Schengen

There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Schengen including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Schengen is a bus with an average price of $38 (€31).

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

A bus is $47 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Schengen costing on average $85 (€68).

A bus is $215 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Schengen costing on average $253 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Schengen is by bus with an average journey time of 7h 7m.

Other travel options to Schengen take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 52m.

Flight takes on average 8h 51m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Schengen is approximately 210 miles (339 km).

The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Schengen is:

• Around 36 flights per day.
• Around 15 buses per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Schengen:

• Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Metz-Ville.
• Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon.

Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Schengen often also extend their vacation to go to Luxembourg, Metz, Luxembourg station, Paris, Trier. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Schengen and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Schengen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

The number of days you need in the Schengen Area depends on your travel goals and itinerary. Many travelers find 10 to 14 days sufficient to explore a few countries and major cities within the Schengen Area, enjoying a mix of culture, history, and leisure.