How much is the train ticket from Washington to Amsterdam?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Amsterdam start from R 1 247. The average price for this train route is around R 4 258. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Amsterdam?

The average train journey time from Washington to Amsterdam is 8h 59m, covering a distance of 509 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Amsterdam route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Amsterdam?

The earliest train from Washington to Amsterdam departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Washington to Amsterdam from R 1 286 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Amsterdam on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Amsterdam Station	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Amsterdam on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Amsterdam Station	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Amsterdam on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Amsterdam Station	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Amsterdam on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Amsterdam Station	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Amsterdam on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Amsterdam Station	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 52m	13:57	Amsterdam Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	8h 2m	16:52	Amsterdam Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Amsterdam

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 15 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 348, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

15h 15mAverage duration

497 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 348 - R 3 073	Average duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 247 - R 10 720	Average duration8h 59m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 726 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5726 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 247

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Amsterdam, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Amsterdam?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Amsterdam start from R 1 247. The average price for this train route is around R 4 258. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Amsterdam?
The average train journey time from Washington to Amsterdam is 8h 59m, covering a distance of 509 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Amsterdam route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Amsterdam?
The earliest train from Washington to Amsterdam departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/01

R 2 843

10/01

R 2 301

Today

R 3 029

12/01

R 1 777

13/01

R 1 286

14/01

R 1 438

15/01

R 1 878

16/01

R 2 843

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Amsterdam, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 286

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Amsterdam, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 286 to R 10 489 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Amsterdam, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 286, which is on 2026-01-13.