To Amsterdam by train
To Amsterdam by Eurostar, ICE or Eurocity Direct
Quickly to the heart of Amsterdam
- Antwerp to Amsterdam from € 21
- Cologne to Amsterdam from € 20
- Travel time Antwerp - Amsterdam 1.15 hrs with Eurostar
- Tip! Early booking = lowest prices
Travel information Amsterdam
Considering going by train to Amsterdam? Eager to visit the top tourist attractions and museums? To see the world-famous canals and historic houses? And to experience the unique atmosphere of this exciting cultural melting pot? Whether you're travelling for pleasure or for business, your best start is the NS International train to Amsterdam. While you relax or work, the railway comfortably takes you straight into Amsterdam’s city centre. From there, it’s up to you which direction you head for first.
From the Randstad area you can travel quickly by train to Amsterdam. During your trip, you’ll have all you need to able to relax in our comfortable seats. You can choose to make the journey with Eurostar or Eurocity Direct.. Choose which train to Amsterdam meets your needs the best.
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Prices train tickets Amsterdam
There are different types of Eurostar and Eurocity Direct rates each with related prices.
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
Prices Eurocity Direct route Antwerp - Amsterdam
| Free travel NS route | Free travel NS route | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd class | 1st class | |||
| Flex rate | € 52,50 | € 39,30 | € 78,30 | € 57 |
| Saver | € 21 | € 16 | € 39 | € 28 |
Listed from-prices are based on tickets from Amsterdam Zuid. The prices of Eurocity Direct en EuroCity are based on kilometres – if you depart form a station that is closer to Antwerp, then the trip is cheaper.
Options flexibility Eurostar
Eurostar Standard
- Change without charge up to 1 hour before departure
- Cancellation with € 25 fee up to 7 days before departure
- Limited availability
Eurostar Plus
- Change without charge up to 1 hour before departure
- Cancellation with € 25 fee up to 7 days before departure
- Sufficient available
Eurostar Premier
- Change without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Cancel without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Almost always available
Eurostar Premier
- Change without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Cancel without charge up to 48 hours after departure
Almost always available
Book in advance and save money
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Tickets for Eurostar can be booked up to 7 months in advance.
- Tickets for Eurocity Direct and EuroCity can be booked up to a maximum of 11 months before departure Book the cheaper Saver fare, which has limited availability.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
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!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed during your trip of the possible changes.
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.
Amsterdam
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
From all over the Netherlands NS provides regular services so that you can quickly and easily reach the airport.
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