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The average train between Amsterdam and IJlst takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Amsterdam to IJlst. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 38m
Duration
225 km
Distance
€35
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Leeuwardentrain train Intercity
3h 52m
€29–57

Amsterdam to IJlst train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Amsterdam and IJlst. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Amsterdam is at 11:27 PM which arrives into IJlst at 8:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam, Station Zuid and take an average of 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL9h 22m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 19m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 19m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 19m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 19m • 2 changes

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    GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Arriva NL3h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 225.3 km
  • Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and IJlst, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Zuid to Leeuwarden hourly. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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