How to travel from Dortmund to Amsterdam

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from Dortmund to Amsterdam

You can get from Dortmund to Amsterdam by train, bus or flight.

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To get from Dortmund to Amsterdam on Mar 23 we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

05:16PMDortmund Central Station3h49 09:05PMAmsterdam Central station
4 transfers
421One-way
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05:07AMDortmund Central Station3h58 09:05AMAmsterdam Central station
2 transfers
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05:07AMDortmund Central Station4h06 09:13AMAmsterdam Central station
1 transfer
371One-way
08:13AMDortmund Central Station3h52 12:05PMAmsterdam Central station
4 transfers
501One-way
09:12AMDortmund Central Station3h53 01:05PMAmsterdam Central station
4 transfers
501One-way

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Travel Information between Dortmund and Amsterdam

distanceDistance124 miles (200 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, flight or train
priceTicket price range$19 - $344
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $19 (€17) • 4 h
fastestFastest modeBus • $19 (€17) • 4 h
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixbus or Deutsche Bahn

Travel 124 miles (200 km) by bus, flight or train between Dortmund and Amsterdam. If speed is a priority, then a bus is the best option with an average duration of 4 h; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $19 (€17). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Flixbus or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Dortmund to Amsterdam.

How to get from Dortmund to Amsterdam

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Dortmund to Amsterdam, 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 Dortmund to Amsterdam 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 between Dortmund, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands is: Unrestricted.

Can travelers from Germany enter Netherlands?

International entry is allowed at this time for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Are there rules for self-quarantine when arriving to Amsterdam from Dortmund?

Conditions of entry into Netherlands:

  • There are no current restrictions

Are there COVID-19 safety rules for social distancing and wearing face masks in Amsterdam, Netherlands?

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the government of Netherlands has imposed the following measures:

  • Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Recommended

This information was last checked on 3/8/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your journey to Amsterdam from Dortmund.

The current restriction level for returning to Dortmund, Germany from Netherlands is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Dortmund, Germany from Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Reentering Germany is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Dortmund from Amsterdam?

  • There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Dortmund, Germany regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Germany must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

  • Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face masks: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Dortmund from Amsterdam here.

There are 3 ways to get from Dortmund to Amsterdam: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Amsterdam is by taking a bus with an average price of $19 (€17).

This is compared to other travel options to Amsterdam:

Taking a bus is usually $325 (€288) less than taking a flight to Amsterdam, which costs on average $344 (€305) for the same trip.

Taking a bus is about $26 (€23) less than taking a train, which costs on average $45 (€40) for this journey.

The fastest way from Dortmund to Amsterdam is by bus with an average journey time of 4 h.

There are alternative travel options to Amsterdam that can usually take longer:

In comparison, taking a flight requires on average 0 h 0 min   of travel time.

In comparison, taking a train requires on average 8 h 19 min   of travel time.

You should expect to travel around 124 miles (200 km) between Dortmund and Amsterdam.

The average frequency per day from Dortmund to Amsterdam is:

  • 6 buses a day.
  • 12 trains per day.

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

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

  • Buses mostly leave from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf and tend to arrive in Amsterdam, Radarweg (Sloterdijk).
  • Flights most often depart from Dortmund at Dortmund Airport and arrive in Amsterdam at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dortmund Hbf and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dortmund to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

  • Travel with Flixbus to go to Amsterdam by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Flixbus Dortmund to Amsterdam tickets on Omio for $19 (€17).
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Amsterdam by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Deutsche Bahn Dortmund to Amsterdam tickets on Omio for $45 (€40).

Yes, there are direct routes from Dortmund to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:

  • You can check for a direct bus to Amsterdam with Flixbus or Union Ivkoni International with 3 direct buses per day.

Direct services to Amsterdam tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

Many of our customers traveling from Dortmund to Amsterdam don't make Amsterdam their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Amsterdam are Paris, London or Brussels, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Amsterdam to any of these top destinations today!

When planning your trip from Dortmund to Amsterdam, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Bus tickets are costing on average $19 (€17) one way.
  • Plane tickets are costing on average $344 (€305) one way.
  • Train tickets are costing $45 (€40) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Dortmund to Amsterdam online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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