Elmshorn to Amsterdam by train

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Overview: trains from Elmshorn to Amsterdam

Find the key information for travelling by train from Elmshorn to Amsterdam, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:08 View journey
Last train 23:58 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 44m View journey
Distance (km) 353
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey £173.88 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 11m
Train operators 26

Taking the train from Elmshorn to Amsterdam

Ready to book a trip from Elmshorn to Amsterdam by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Elmshorn and Amsterdam: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £173.88, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Elmshorn and Amsterdam

If you are taking the train from Elmshorn to Amsterdam, you will have 10 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 23 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:08. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:58. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:58, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:11.

Average train travel time from Elmshorn to Amsterdam

The quickest time by train is 5 hours and 44 minutes, travelling a total distance of 353 kilometres.

When do tickets between Elmshorn and Amsterdam go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Elmshorn and Amsterdam 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your Elmshorn to Amsterdam travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Amsterdam.

FAQs about the train journey from Elmshorn to Amsterdam

Want to know more about your journey from Elmshorn to Amsterdam? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Elmshorn to Amsterdam is 353 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.