Route guide

Amsterdam → Berlin

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

How to travel from Amsterdam to Berlin

There are 4 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Berlin — 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, KLM, Transavia, Lufthansa

~90 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€69–127

Duration: 6h 24m

~98 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Amsterdam and Berlin 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 Netherlands into Germany. 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.

Amsterdam to Berlin — every option in detail

Amsterdam to Berlin by train

Trains link Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Berlin (Germany) 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.

Amsterdam to Berlin by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Amsterdam and Berlin 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.

Amsterdam to Berlin by flight

Flights between Amsterdam and Berlin 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, KLM, Transavia, Lufthansa.

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.

Amsterdam to Berlin by car

The driving distance from Amsterdam to Berlin 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 Netherlands–Germany 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 Amsterdam and Berlin 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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