There are 7 ways to get from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car or plane
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Train via Arnhem
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Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Arnhem Centraal
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Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Dusseldorf Hbf
Night train
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Take the night train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf
Drive
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Drive from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf
Fly
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Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Dusseldorf (DUS)
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf by train
The train journey time between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf is around 2h 8m and covers a distance of around 218 km. Operated by Dutch Railways (NS) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, the Amsterdam to Düsseldorf train service departs from Amsterdam Centraal and arrives in Duesseldorf Hbf. Typically 41 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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International entry into Germany from Netherlands
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Conditions of entry into Germany from Netherlands
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Germany
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Mandatory
Considerations leaving from Netherlands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Germany is currently allowed from 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 Düsseldorf is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Düsseldorf is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Düsseldorf is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
No, returning to Netherlands from Germany is currently allowed.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 8 Aug 2022
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf is to bus, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 2h 40m.
The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf is to train which costs €22 - €60 and takes 2h 8m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Düsseldorf central bus station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Duesseldorf Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.
The distance between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf is 182 km. The road distance is 227 km.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €22 - €60.
The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf takes 2h 8m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs €22 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €11 and takes 2h 40m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €430 and takes 2h 23m.
- Distance: 182.3 km
- Duration: 2h 8m
What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Düsseldorf, Germany?
Dutch Railways (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €22 - €50 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Düsseldorf central bus station hourly. Tickets cost €13 - €17 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Dusseldorf
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €120 - €700
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 Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €22 - €50
- Website
- Dutch Railways (NS)
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- €22 - €30
- 1st Class
- €35 - €50
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Arnhem Centraal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13 - €30
- Website
- Dutch Railways (NS)
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- €13 - €19
- 1st Class
- €22 - €30
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 Amsterdam Centraal to Düsseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 9m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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- Phone
- 069 450099650
- Kundenservice-Linie10@vias-online.de
- Website
- vias-online.de
Train from Arnhem Centraal to Dusseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 48m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- VIAS Rail GmbH
- Phone
- +43 51717
- Website
- nightjet.com
Night train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €23
- Website
- Nightjet
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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 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Düsseldorf central bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- 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
- €7 - €11
- Website
- RegioJet
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Amsterdam Prins Hendrikplantsoen to Dusseldorf Central Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 54m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €16
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Dusseldorf Airport is the direct flight which takes 50 min.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), arrive at Duesseldorf Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Düsseldorf is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Amsterdam to Düsseldorf.
KLM offers flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Dusseldorf Airport.
Book your Amsterdam to Düsseldorf train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Amsterdam to Düsseldorf bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.
There are 378+ hotels available in Düsseldorf. Prices start at €100 per night.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is to train which takes 13 min and costs €6 - €13.