To Berlin by train
With Intercity Berlin and ICE International
Quickly to the city center
- From € 38 one-way trip
- Travel time Amsterdam – Berlin 5.51 hrs
- Board directly, no check-ins
The earlier you book, the lower the price. The lowest fare from Amsterdam to Berlin is € 38. If the € 38 tickets have run out on a particular time and day, the price will increase to between € 45 and € 131. You pay extra if you want a flexible ticket.
Berlin is a city where old meets new. You will see famous sites like the Brandenburg Gate and the remains of the Berlin Wall. These show how the city was once divided but is now together again. If you like art, there is plenty to see: from galleries to art on the streets. At night, there is always something to do in the many nightlife venues. And for a quiet moment there is Tiergarten park, a large green park in the middle of Berlin.
Travel information Berlin
Going on vacation or for business to Berlin? Intercity Berlin will transport you from Amsterdam Central Station directly to the German capital, where you get off at Berlin Hauptbahnhof.
Overview travel time to Berlin
| Route | Travel times | Transfers | Header | Header |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam - Berlin | 5.51 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
| Schiphol - Berlin | 6.12 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Berlin | 6.40 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Berlin | 5.44 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Eindhoven - Berlin | 7.15 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Arnhem - Berlin | 5.40 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Groningen - Berlin | 6.03 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| Amersfoort - Berlin | 5.15 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
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Prices Intercity Berlin
Based on one-way trips, 2nd class, from Amsterdam Central Station
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Options flexibility Intercity Berlin
Supersparpreis Europa
- Always the lowest rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations not possible
Sparpreis Europa
- Low rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations possible at a cost
Flexpreis Europa
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes or cancellations free of charge (except for reservation costs)
- City Ticket included*
*City Ticket: In a significant number of German cities free tickets from/to station with local transport
Find out everything about ICE International and Intercity Berlin rates here
Book in advance and save money
Do you already know what day and time you want to travel? Then choose for a Supersparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Facilities on board
Read more about all the facilities on board, so that you can make your trip as comfortable as possible.
Read more about ICE International facilities
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View the itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
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Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).
Seat reservation
In summer 2025 from 28 May to 31 August, seat reservation is compulsory. This reservation is free if you select it during booking. At other times, reserving a seat is not compulsory. However, we do recommend it. You will receive a confirmation after booking that includes the carriage number and your seat number.
Do you have a train ticket between the Netherlands and Germany without a seat reservation? And want to make sure you can sit down? Then you can reserve a seat online.
Seat reservation 1st class
When booking a first class full-flex ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket.
Berlin
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