There are 7 ways to get from Amsterdam to Berlin by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 6h 22m
50€ - 120€
Cheapest option
Bus • 9h 40m
29€ - 45€
5 alternative options
Rideshare • 7h 45m
31€ - 34€
Drive • 6h 10m
90€ - 140€
Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol • 4h 14m
39€ - 158€
Train to Dusseldorf, fly • 5h 35m
62€ - 254€
Train to Cologne Bonn, fly • 5h 50m
61€ - 218€
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International entry into Germany from Netherlands
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Restricted for: Foreign nationals from outside EU Schengen Area with the above exceptions
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Conditions of entry into Germany from Netherlands
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
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Rules to follow in Germany
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Considerations leaving from Netherlands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering Germany 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 Berlin is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Berlin is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Berlin 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, but conditions apply when returning to Netherlands from Germany.
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Last updated: 23 Jan 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Berlin is to rideshare which costs 31€ - 34€ and takes 7h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Berlin is to fly which costs 35€ - 160€ and takes 4h 14m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam, Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Berlin, Berlin central bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 40m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.
The distance between Amsterdam and Berlin is 577 km. The road distance is 657.8 km.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs 50€ - 120€.
The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Berlin Hbf takes 6h 22m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Amsterdam to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam, Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.
Amsterdam to Berlin train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Berlin is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs 50€ - 120€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 29€ - 45€ and takes 9h 40m, you could also fly, which costs 35€ - 160€ and takes 4h 14m.
- Distance: 577.4 km
- Duration: 6h 22m
What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Berlin, Germany?
Dutch Railways (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Berlin Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost 50€ - 120€ and the journey takes 6h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam, Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Berlin, Berlin central bus station once daily. Tickets cost 30€ - 40€ and the journey takes 9h 40m. CityBusExpress also services this route once daily.
- Website
- eurowings.com
Flights from Dusseldorf to Berlin Brandenburg Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 200€
Flights from Cologne Bonn to Berlin Brandenburg Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 160€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Berlin Brandenburg Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 220€
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Berlin Brandenburg Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 100€
Flights from Dusseldorf to Berlin Brandenburg Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 170€
Flights from Cologne Bonn to Berlin Brandenburg Apt
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 190€
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 Berlin Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 22m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 120€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 50€ - 70€
- 1st Class
- 85€ - 120€
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 12m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 50€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 22€ - 30€
- 1st Class
- 35€ - 50€
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 41m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 60€
- Website
- NS
- Book at
- Netherlands Rail Pass
- 2nd Class
- 24€ - 35€
- 1st Class
- 40€ - 60€
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).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Amsterdam, Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Berlin, Berlin central bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 40€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +31 30 333 33 00
- info@citybusexpress.com
- Website
- citybusexpress.com
Bus from Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk to Berlin Central Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 8h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 29€ - 45€
- Website
- CityBusExpress
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 Berlin
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 31€ - 34€
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Apt Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Amsterdam to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Berlin central bus station.
Amsterdam to Berlin train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Berlin is 658 km. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Amsterdam to Berlin.
easyJet and KLM offer flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Apt Airport.
Book your Amsterdam to Berlin train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Amsterdam to Berlin bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.
There are 4193+ hotels available in Berlin. Prices start at 87€ per night.
The best way to get from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is to train which takes 13 min and costs 6€ - 13€.