paroolSep 29, 2026, 10:58

Direct ICE train from Amsterdam to Hamburg for 33 euros: possible starting Friday

NS International is launching direct ICE train connections from Amsterdam to Hamburg starting this Friday, with one-way tickets starting at 33 euros. The service is part of an effort to provide sustainable travel alternatives to short-haul flights and car travel, with routes scheduled to operate through December 2027.

Starting this Friday, travelers can take a direct ICE train from Amsterdam to Hamburg with prices for a single ticket beginning at 33 euros. The route stops at several Dutch cities, including Hilversum, Amersfoort, Apeldoorn, Deventer, and Hengelo. Travel time to Hamburg ranges from 4.5 to 5.5 hours, offering a more sustainable alternative to the approximately six-hour drive or air travel. These services are currently scheduled to run through December 2027, with routes extending to Bremen later this year.

This initiative aligns with broader goals to shift short and medium-haul travelers from airplanes to trains. Municipal experts in Amsterdam have previously proposed that a significant portion of flights within a 750-kilometer radius should be replaced by rail travel by 2050. By adding these German cities, NS International aims to improve comfort and connectivity for passengers planning city trips, positioning rail as a practical, eco-friendly travel option for those visiting destinations previously dominated by car or air transit.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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