There are 6 ways to get from Amsterdam to Bremmen by train, bus, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train • 2h 55m
23€ - 60€
Cheapest option
Bus • 7h 56m
17€ - 23€
4 alternative options
Train via Duisburg • 4h 7m
28€ - 59€
Train via Arnhem • 4h 21m
Drive • 2h 26m
30€ - 50€
Fly, train • 3h 28m
52€ - 198€
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International entry into Germany from Netherlands
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Bremmen is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Bremmen is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Bremmen is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Bremmen is to bus which costs 17€ - 23€ and takes 7h 56m.
The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Bremmen is to drive which costs 30€ - 50€ and takes 2h 26m.
No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to Bremmen. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Dortmund Hacheney via Oberhausen Hbf and Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
The distance between Amsterdam and Bremmen is 204 km. The road distance is 250.7 km.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Bremmen without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs 22€ - 60€.
It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Amsterdam to Bremmen, including transfers.
Amsterdam to Bremmen train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Bremmen is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs 22€ - 60€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 17€ - 23€ and takes 7h 56m.
The quickest flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Dusseldorf Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.
Amsterdam to Bremmen train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

- Distance: 204.5 km
- Duration: 2h 55m
What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Bremmen, Germany?
You can take a train from Amsterdam to Bremmen via Oberhausen Hbf, Dortmund Hbf, and Dortmund Hbf in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amsterdam to Bremmen via Düsseldorf, Dortmund, and Dortmund Hbf in around 7h 56m.

- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Dusseldorf
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 440€

Dutch Railways (NS) is the main passenger railway operator in the Netherlands. Founded in 1938, NS connects all major cities in the Netherlands, and offers night trains, international trains, Intercity direct, and trains to and from the airport. NS International is the international subsidiary of NS; their services include high-speed trains such as Thalys, ICE International, Eurostar and TGV, to major European hubs including Paris, London, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt and Lille.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +31 30 751 5155
- Website
- ns.nl
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Oberhausen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 19€ - 45€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 19€ - 27€
- 1st Class
- 30€ - 45€
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duisburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 20€ - 50€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 20€ - 28€
- 1st Class
- 30€ - 50€
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Arnhem Centraal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 4m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 13€ - 30€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 13€ - 19€
- 1st Class
- 22€ - 30€

- Phone
- 0180 6 9 27 37 27
- info@eurobahn.de
- Website
- eurobahn.de
Train from Oberhausen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 41 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 3€ - 5€
- Website
- eurobahn.de
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 4m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 4€ - 7€
- Website
- eurobahn.de

- Phone
- 0800 223 5546
- Website
- abellio.de
Train from Oberhausen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 49 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Abellio
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 47 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Abellio

- Phone
- 0221 13 999 444
- Website
- nationalexpress.de
Train from Oberhausen Hbf to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 11€ - 15€
- Website
- National Express Rail
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 19€
- Website
- National Express Rail

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Duisburg Hbf to Dortmund Universität S
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 8€ - 13€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 11€ - 17€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de

- Phone
- 0800 223 5546
- Website
- abellio.de
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Oberhausen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Abellio NRW
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Abellio NRW

- Phone
- 0800 2235546
- Website
- abellio.de
Train from Düsseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 47 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- ABELLIO Rail

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 20€ - 28€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

- Phone
- +49 209 1584-0
- info@vrr.de
- Website
- vrr.de
Train from D-Flughafen Bf to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 2€
- Website
- VRR

Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Dortmund Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 55€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de

- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Amsterdam, Sloterdijk to Düsseldorf, Hbf., Worringer Str.
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 14€
- Website
- RegioJet

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Düsseldorf to Dortmund
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- 7€ - 9€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Bremmen is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Amsterdam to Bremmen.
KLM offers flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Dusseldorf Airport.
There are 337+ hotels available in Bremmen. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is to train which takes 13 min and costs 6€ - 13€.