Route guide

Berlin → Amsterdam

576 km · Germany to Netherlands · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €23+ by bus

How to travel from Berlin to Amsterdam

There are 4 ways to travel between Berlin and Amsterdam — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€50–144

Duration: 4h 48m

via ICE International, IC Berlin

~8.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€23–60

Duration: 8h 14m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~16 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€58–189

Duration: 3h 16m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, KLM

~90 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€69–127

Duration: 6h 24m

~98 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Berlin and Amsterdam highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 576 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Germany into Netherlands. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Berlin to Amsterdam — every option in detail

Berlin to Amsterdam by train

Trains link Berlin (Germany) and Amsterdam (Netherlands) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 4h 48m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include ICE International, IC Berlin.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €50 to €144. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.

Climate footprint: about 8.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 90 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~82 kg on this distance.

Berlin to Amsterdam by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Berlin and Amsterdam with a typical journey of 8h 14m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €23 when booked in advance, rising to €60 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Berlin to Amsterdam by flight

Flights between Berlin and Amsterdam take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 16m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, KLM.

Typical fare range is €58–189. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 90 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Berlin to Amsterdam by car

The driving distance from Berlin to Amsterdam is approximately 663 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 6h 24m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €69–127 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–Netherlands border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 98 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Berlin and Amsterdam is approximately 576 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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