How to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht

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Compare bus and train for Schiphol to Maastricht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €36.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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Bus

€36

Average price

€21

Average price

Cheapest

3h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 44m

Average total duration

3h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

NS International | IC Brussel

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

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from Schiphol to Maastricht

How to get from Schiphol to Maastricht by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:50 PM7h05
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    11:55 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    181One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:50 PM7h05
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    11:55 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    181One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 3185 · IC 2985
    10:33 PM2h30
    Schiphol Airport
    1:03 AMMaastricht station
    331One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • NS DomesticIC 3183 · IC 2983
    10:02 PM2h31
    Schiphol Airport
    12:33 AMMaastricht station
    331One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 3225 · IC 2727
    7:56 AM2h34
    Schiphol Airport
    10:30 AMMaastricht station
    331One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 3229 · IC 2731
    8:56 AM2h34
    Schiphol Airport
    11:30 AMMaastricht station
    331One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM8h20
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    11:05 PMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:40 PM8h50
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    7:30 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:55 PM8h30
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    8:25 AMMaastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station)
    501One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Schiphol to Maastricht

Travel to Maastricht 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 Schiphol to Maastricht.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Schiphol and Maastricht including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Schiphol to Maastricht:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Maastricht costing on average €36.

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 44m.

The distance from Schiphol to Maastricht is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Schiphol to Maastricht is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Schiphol to Maastricht:
  • Trains mostly depart from Schiphol Airport and arrive in Maastricht station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Schiphol to Maastricht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic, NS | BUS, Intercity to go to Maastricht by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Maastricht by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Schiphol to Maastricht often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Liège, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Maastricht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Maastricht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Maastricht, you can explore the lively Market Square with its weekly market and impressive Town Hall, stroll through the picturesque streets of the Jekerkwartier with its boutique shops, and enjoy a scenic boat tour on the Meuse River. Visit the Natural History Museum to learn about local geology and prehistoric artifacts, and experience the vibrant nightlife at the trendy bars and restaurants in the Wyck district. Don't miss Vrijthof Square with its historic buildings and cafes, the Basilica of Saint Servatius for its religious artifacts, guided tours of the St. Pietersberg Caves, the art collections at Bonnefanten Museum, and Helpoort, the oldest city gate in the Netherlands.
Two to three days in Maastricht is typically sufficient to explore the city's historic sites, such as the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the St. Pietersberg Caves, enjoy its vibrant cultural scene, and savor local cuisine.

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