Planning to keep exploring Europe after Amsterdam in 2026? Take a train and head to Belgium, Germany, France, or any other European destination. Most international trains in the Netherlands depart from Amsterdam Centraal Station. This guide covers the fastest high speed trains from Amsterdam and the best train trips from Amsterdam to other countries.
Tip! Always book train tickets at the official websites, either Eurostar or NSInternational.com.
International trains from Amsterdam to Paris, Brussels and Antwerp
Eurostar is a high-speed train that connects Amsterdam with Paris, Disneyland Paris, Brussels, Lille and Antwerp. Trains run up to 10 times a day in each direction, making this the easiest holland to france train option available. The cheapest tickets are sold out early, so book in advance if possible. Train tickets are available for sale 3 months prior to the departure. To avoid extra service costs at the counter, book your train tickets online.
Good news: Eurostar train tickets are now available for travel up to December 12, 2026. Whether you’re dreaming of summer terraces in Paris, autumnal walks in London, or Christmas markets in Brussels, you can book it now. Book early and travel at the best rates.
Please note: Thalys trains to Antwerp, Brussels and Paris are now called Eurostar.
- Amsterdam to Paris by train: Eurostar tickets from € 35
- How to travel from Schiphol airport to Paris?
Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to London
The Eurostar high-speed train from Amsterdam to London:
- 4 times a day to London
- From € 88 return with Eurostar to London
- Reserved seat.
Whether you search for the Amsterdam to London train or the london to amsterdam train, this Eurostar route via the Channel Tunnel takes under 4 hours from station to station.
From Amsterdam to Germany
Amsterdam is also well connected to Germany by direct international trains:
- ICE International connects Amsterdam up 7 times each day with Düsseldorf, Cologne, and Frankfurt.
- Intercity Berlin train runs every two hours and connects Amsterdam Centraal Station with Berlin, with intermediate stops in Osnabrück and Hanover.
Night trains from Amsterdam
- City Night Line/ EuroNight trains run overnight from Amsterdam Centraal Station directly to Munich, Basel, Zurich, Copenhagen, Prague, Warsaw.
- EuropeanSleeper is another type of night trains from Amsterdam to Brussels, Antwerp, Berlin, Dresden and Prague. You can travel in 3 or 6-persons sleeping compartments.
If you plan to take a train from Amsterdam, check the schedules in the international train planner. You can book tickets directly at the official NS International or Eurostar websites. It is cheaper to book your train tickets in advance. As a rule, the e-tickets should be printed or saved in the app, but we advise you to read your carrier’s rules carefully.
What is the best time to buy international train tickets from Amsterdam?
The general rule is simple: the earlier you book, the cheaper the tickets will be. Different rail companies open ticket sales at different times:
- Eurostar: 3 months before the trip.
- Eurocity Direct: 3 months before the trip.
- Tickets to destinations in Germany: 92 days before the trip.
- Night trains to Germany and further: 180 days before the trip.
- Eurostar to London: 180 days before the trip.
Train tickets are also sold at the international ticket offices called Ticket & Service at Amsterdam Centraal Station, at Schiphol Airport and other large train stations in the Netherlands.
If you buy international train tickets at the office, there is a booking fee (€ 7,50 per person, up to a maximum of € 22,50 per booking) that will be added to the ticket price. To avoid these extra costs you can book your train tickets online at the NS International official website.
FAQ about international trains from Amsterdam
How far in advance should I book Eurostar tickets from Amsterdam?
Eurostar and Eurocity Direct tickets go on sale 3 months before the trip. Eurostar to London specifically opens 180 days in advance, the same as night trains to Germany and beyond.
Are Thalys trains from Amsterdam now called something else?
Yes, Thalys trains to Antwerp, Brussels and Paris are now called Eurostar.
Is it cheaper to buy international train tickets online or at the station?
Online is cheaper. Buying at the ticket office adds a booking fee of €7,50 per person, up to a maximum of €22,50 per booking.
How often do trains run from Amsterdam to London?
Eurostar runs 4 times a day from Amsterdam to London, from €88 return, with a reserved seat.
Are there night trains from Amsterdam to other European cities?
Yes. City Night Line/EuroNight trains run overnight to Munich, Basel, Zurich, Copenhagen, Prague and Warsaw. EuropeanSleeper runs to Brussels, Antwerp, Berlin, Dresden and Prague, with 3- or 6-person sleeping compartments.
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