How to travel from Amsterdam to Trier

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Trier

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Trier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $603.

Distance: 196 miles (316 km)

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Driving

$109

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$56

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$603

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$83

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6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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30m

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8h 18m

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7h 48m

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4h 54m

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2h 54m

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4h 29m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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0.9 - 1.9kg

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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 Trier is a bus with an average price of $56 (€47).

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

A bus is $53 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Trier costing on average $109 (€91).

A bus is $547 (€459) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Trier costing on average $603 (€506).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Bus takes on average 8h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Trier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Trier 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 (€91) compared to roughly $83 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$26 (-€21). The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 29m 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 Trier

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:50 PM10h15
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    11:05 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:50 PM10h15
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    11:05 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1713
    5:05 PM0h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:55 PMLuxembourg Airport
    $9131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 3521 · 20073 · 10617 · ICE 2013
    6:56 AM6h34
    Amsterdam Zuid
    1:30 PMTrier Hbf
    $591One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICD 2430 · IC 1139 · EC 9228 · IC 7613
    10:34 AM6h49
    Amsterdam Zuid
    5:23 PMTrier Hbf
    $751One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3529 · 20077 · 10621 · IC 1644
    8:56 AM6h34
    Amsterdam Zuid
    3:30 PMTrier Hbf
    $891One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:15 PM7h50
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    11:05 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 AM7h05
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    2:50 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $451One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 PM9h05
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:50 PMTrier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    $651One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1819
    12:30 PM1h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    1:35 PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $2601One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1817
    9:55 AM1h10
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    11:05 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $2601One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1815
    8:25 AM1h10
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    9:35 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
    $2601One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Trier

Travel to Trier 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 Trier.

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There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Trier including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Trier is a bus with an average price of $56 (€47).

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

A bus is $53 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Trier costing on average $109 (€91).

A bus is $547 (€459) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Trier costing on average $603 (€506).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Trier is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Trier take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Bus takes on average 8h 18m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Trier is approximately 196 miles (316 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Trier is:
  • Around 71 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Trier 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 Trier:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Trier Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Trier, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Amelia, ITA, British Airways, Cityjet, Edelweiss Air to go to Trier by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Trier by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Trier by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Trier with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Trier often also extend their vacation to go to Luxembourg, Paris, Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Trier and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Trier to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Trier, you can visit the Aula Palatina, a Roman basilica with a remarkable interior, explore the picturesque Moselle River with boat tours, and enjoy the Trier Christmas Market for traditional crafts and local delicacies. Discover the engineering marvel of the Imperial Baths and indulge in a wine tasting tour in nearby vineyards renowned for Riesling wines. Key sights include Porta Nigra, the Trier Cathedral, the Basilica of Constantine, the Roman Amphitheater, and the Karl Marx House museum.
To fully explore Trier's Roman ruins, historic sites, and museums, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

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