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 €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. 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 €27, while a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 108 miles (174 km)

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Driving

€34

Average price

€27

Average price

Cheapest

€39

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 3m

Average total duration

4h 33m

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30m

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2h 46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

NS Domestic

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Compare ways to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht

Compare the available ways to get from Schiphol to Maastricht, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht is a bus with an average price of €27.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Maastricht costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Schiphol and Maastricht including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schiphol to Maastricht among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 46m by car) and roughly €5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€34 vs €39). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Schiphol to Maastricht

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • NS DomesticIC 3129 · IC 2929
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • NS DomesticIC 3129 · IC 2929
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 3129 · IC 2929
    1 transfer

Other options

  • NS DomesticIC 3137 · IC 2737
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 3127 · IC 2927
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 3143 · IC 2743
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    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 €27.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Maastricht costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Maastricht is by train with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Maastricht take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 3m.

The distance from Schiphol to Maastricht is approximately 108 miles (174 km).
The average frequency per day from Schiphol to Maastricht is:
  • Around 29 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 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 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 Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, SNCB, Arriva NS, NS | BUS, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, CFL to go to Maastricht by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Maastricht by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Schiphol to Maastricht:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Schiphol to Maastricht often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Cologne, Liège. 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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