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Trip Overview

The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Amsterdam takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Gelsenkirchen to Amsterdam. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 20m
Duration
205 km
Distance
€31
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Gelsenkirchen to Amsterdam train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Gelsenkirchen and Amsterdam. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Amsterdam at 11:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 31m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 16m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Amsterdam? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 205.4 km
  • Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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