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What are the most popular routes to Netherlands?

Amsterdam - CologneAverage priceR 444Average duration4h 55mDaily departures9
Amsterdam - CologneAverage priceR 930Average duration2h 48mDaily departures8
Amsterdam - DüsseldorfAverage priceR 431Average duration3h 45mDaily departures9
Amsterdam - BarcelonaAverage priceR 1 391Average duration1d 1hDaily departures18
Rotterdam - AntwerpAverage priceR 865Average duration1h 10mDaily departures2
Amsterdam - RotterdamAverage priceR 765Average duration1h 8mDaily departures1617
Amsterdam - RotterdamAverage priceR 170Average duration1h 15mDaily departures15
Amsterdam - BaselAverage priceR 971Average duration12h 25mDaily departures8
Amsterdam - MannheimAverage priceR 1 062Average duration16h 7mDaily departures5
Eindhoven - AmsterdamAverage priceR 993Average duration1h 32mDaily departures1122

What popular bus companies operate in Netherlands?

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • FlixBus
  • Sindbad
  • Flibco
  • RegioJet
  • Union Ivkoni

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in the Netherlands

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much does a bus ticket cost in the Netherlands?

    Bus travel in the Netherlands is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was R 732. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in the Netherlands:
    Amsterdam ↔ Cologne (average: R 444)
    Amsterdam ↔ Düsseldorf (average: R 431)
    Amsterdam ↔ Barcelona (average: R 1 391)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Netherlands?

    While you can choose between different types of transport, Buses, Trains and Carpools are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Netherlands:
    - Train: 5049 routes
    - Carpool: 440 routes
    - Bus: 310 routes

  3. How do I book bus and train tickets in the Netherlands?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in the Netherlands?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in the Netherlands with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
    Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

  5. How do I get from Amsterdam to Cologne by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Amsterdam to Cologne
    Travel time: 4h 55m
    Ticket prices: From R 444
    Frequency: 9 departures daily
    Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Sindbad, Flibco, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, Deutsche Bahn, Infobus, KLR Bus, Ecolines

  6. How do I get from Netherlands to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses connecting to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Amsterdam ↔ Cologne, Germany
    Amsterdam ↔ Düsseldorf, Germany
    Amsterdam ↔ Barcelona, Spain
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Amsterdam ↔ Cologne, Germany
    Rotterdam ↔ Antwerp, Belgium
    Amsterdam ↔ Ulm, Germany

  7. What are the most popular airports in Netherlands?

    You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS), Eindhoven Airport, Maastricht Aachen Airport, Rotterdam Airport

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