The average train between Amsterdam and IJlst takes 3h 35m 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Amsterdam and IJlst. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Amsterdam is at 10:27 PM which arrives into IJlst at 5:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to IJlst. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam station and arriving at IJlst station via Leeuwarden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Amsterdam to IJlst train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
Amsterdam to IJlst train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Leeuwarden station.
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The distance between Amsterdam and IJlst is 86.3 km. The road distance is 228 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Leeuwarden hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 17m.