How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $210.

Distance: 226 miles (364 km)

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Driving

$112

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$41

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$309

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$100

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5h 2m

Average total duration

4h 32m

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30m

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8h 51m

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8h 21m

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3h 56m

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1h 56m

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5h 18m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of $41 (€33).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam:

A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam costing on average $112 (€90).

A bus is $268 (€216) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam costing on average $309 (€249).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 32m.

Bus takes on average 8h 21m.

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

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from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus30481 · 4739
    10:50 PM13h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    12:00 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus30481 · 4739
    10:50 PM13h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    12:00 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1814
    7:00 AM1h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:05 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $4421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 224
    5:17 PM5h12
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    10:29 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 826 · 10604 · 20066 · IC 3532
    5:41 AM5h24
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    11:05 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    $711One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 26 · ICE 104 · 10628 · 20090
    5:41 PM5h23
    Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    11:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    $791One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:45 AM6h30
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    1:15 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:50 AM6h05
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    3:55 PMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 AM6h35
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    9:00 AMAmsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    $431One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1820
    2:15 PM1h15
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    3:30 PMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $2541One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH988
    9:25 AM1h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:35 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $3021One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH986
    7:50 AM1h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:00 AMAmsterdam Airport Schiphol
    $3021One-way
    0 transfers

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Travel from Frankfurt to Amsterdam: Journey Details

The journey from Frankfurt to Amsterdam can be made directly by train, plane or bus, with plane and train journeys taking a similar time of around 4 hours while bus routes take approximately 6.5 hours. All routes operate seven days a week.

Return trips from Amsterdam to Frankfurt are also available.

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam, 75,40% 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam 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 Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Amsterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam is a bus with an average price of $41 (€33).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam:

A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam costing on average $112 (€90).

A bus is $268 (€216) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam costing on average $309 (€249).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 56m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 32m.

Bus takes on average 8h 21m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam is approximately 226 miles (364 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 14 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Amsterdam 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 Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Amsterdam by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Hessische Landesbahn, ÖBB | ICE, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Amsterdam by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Amsterdam by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
  • 16 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
  • 10 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, Copenhagen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Amsterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise for scenic views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, art galleries, and cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a variety of goods and Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience for an interactive brewery tour, or discover the NEMO Science Museum, a hands-on science center. Don't miss the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum for art, the historic Anne Frank House, the urban Vondelpark, and Dam Square featuring the Royal Palace.
Three to four days are ideal for exploring Amsterdam's main attractions, enjoying its museums, and experiencing its vibrant culture.
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