What is the cheapest way to get from Elten to Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Elten to Amsterdam is to bus which costs €12 - €28 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elten to Amsterdam?

The fastest way to get from Elten to Amsterdam is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Elten and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Elten to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Emmerich-Elten and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Elten to Amsterdam?

The distance between Elten and Amsterdam is 118 km. The road distance is 121 km.

How do I travel from Elten to Amsterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Elten to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €21 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Elten to Amsterdam?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Elten to Amsterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elten to Amsterdam train from?

Elten to Amsterdam train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Emmerich-Elten station.

Train or bus from Elten to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Elten to Amsterdam is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €21 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €28 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Elten to Amsterdam train arrive?

Elten to Amsterdam train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Elten to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Elten to Amsterdam is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Elten to Amsterdam.

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

There are 2686+ hotels available in Amsterdam.

Elten to Amsterdam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elten to Amsterdam by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Emmerich-Elten to Arnhem CentraalRe / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Amsterdam CentraalIntercity / ...
1h 37m
€21–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to Amsterdam SloterdijkN69 / ...
2h 52m
€12–27
Drive 121 km
1. Drive from Elten to Amsterdam121 km
1h 30m
€22–31
Train via Arnhem Centraal
1. Take the train from Emmerich-Elten to Arnhem CentraalRe / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Amsterdam CentraalIce
2h 18m
€21–57

Elten to Amsterdam by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Elten, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Emmerich-Elten to Amsterdam Centraal via Arnhem Centraal in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Arnhem Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk twice daily. Tickets cost €7–20 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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