Brunswick To Amsterdam: Travel Options

There are several ways to travel from Brunswick, Germany to Amsterdam, including by train, bus, car, or plane. The best option for you will depend on your preferences for speed, cost, and convenience.

Travelling by train is a good option if you want to avoid the hassle of an airport or the potential traffic of driving. The train takes around 6 hours and costs around $33-$80. There are no direct trains, but you can take a train with one transfer.

If you're looking for a faster option, flying is the way to go. A flight will get you from Brunswick to Amsterdam in just 55 minutes, but it will cost you—around $199 for the flight. Keep in mind that you'll also need to factor in time for getting to and from the airports.

Another option is to take a bus. This is the cheapest option, with tickets costing around $22-35, but it's also the slowest, with the journey taking around 6.5 hours.

Finally, you could drive. This will give you the flexibility to make stops along the way and avoid the potential crowds of public transportation. The drive is around 4.5 hours, but keep in mind that you'll have to pay for gas and any tolls along the way.

Travel by train

The best way to travel from Brunswick, Germany to Amsterdam by train is to take the Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express service. This journey will take around 6 hours and costs $33-36 (or €28-30) for a one-way ticket.

The train departs from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof, and arrives at Amsterdam Centraal. There are no direct trains, so you will need to change at Hannover Hauptbahnhof. Trains are operated by Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection.

There are 6 trains operating per day, and the average journey time is 6 hours and 1 minute. The distance between the two cities is 237 miles (383 km).

Deutsche Bahn's high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second-class carriages, power sockets, and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant.

When travelling by train between the two cities, it is recommended that you book your ticket in advance, online. You should also be aware of any COVID-19 travel restrictions that may be in place at the time of your journey.

Travel by bus

If you're looking to travel from Brunswick, Germany to Amsterdam, the Netherlands by bus, there are a few different options to choose from. The journey is approximately 237 to 461 kilometres, and the average travel time is around 6 hours and 30 minutes.

Bus Companies

FlixBus is the main company offering this route, with up to four daily departures. Their buses are equipped with comfortable seats, toilets, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Tickets can be purchased online or through their app, and the average price is around €30 for a one-way adult ticket.

Bus Stations

In Brunswick

Berliner Platz Touristik- und Fernbusbahnhof is the bus station in Brunswick.

In Amsterdam

There are several bus stations in Amsterdam where buses from Brunswick may arrive, including:

• Amsterdam Sloterdijk
• Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena
• De Ruijterkade Bus station CS IJzijde
• Amsterdam Central Station (De Ruijterkade)
• Julianaplein

Additional Information

• FlixBus allows passengers to bring their bicycles on board, subject to availability, for an additional fee.
• FlixBus offers discounts for children's tickets, and strollers or foldable pushchairs can be stored in the luggage compartment for free.
• Each passenger is allowed one checked bag and one piece of hand luggage at no additional cost.
• FlixBus is considered an environmentally-friendly way to travel, and passengers can opt to offset their carbon emissions when purchasing tickets.
• The FlixBus app includes a Real-Time Bus Tracker, so you can locate your bus and check for delays.

Travel by plane

If you want to travel from Brunswick, Germany to Amsterdam by plane, you have a few options. Firstly, you can fly from Brunswick to Hannover, and then take a train to Amsterdam. This option takes around 4 hours in total. Alternatively, you could fly to Bremen and then take a train to Amsterdam, or fly to Hamburg and then get the train. These options take around 5 hours in total.

When looking for flights, consider using a travel booking site to compare prices and find the best deal. KAYAK, for example, searches hundreds of travel sites at once to find flights to Amsterdam.

When booking flights, it's worth keeping in mind that the cheapest one-way ticket price for Amsterdam-Berlin in 2nd class is usually around €38. This is a Supersparpreis Europa fare, which is only valid for the particular departure time selected and is non-changeable and non-refundable. If you want a more flexible fare, the Sparpreis Europa fare starts from €45 one-way and is changeable/refundable for a fee. The fully-flexible Flexpreis fare is priced at €141 one-way and also includes a City ticket component.

If you want to bring a bike, you'll need to contact NS International to book an international bike ticket and a cycle reservation.

In terms of airlines, Dutch airline KLM offers up to 8 daily non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Berlin, with return fares starting from around €140 (not including checked luggage). No-frills airline Easyjet flies up to 2 times daily from Amsterdam to Berlin Brandenburg, with prices from around €110 return (not including fees for checked luggage and other extras). German airline Lufthansa does not operate a direct service between the two cities, so flying with them would require a connection in Frankfurt or Munich, and prices tend to be more expensive.

Travel by car

The distance between Brunswick and Amsterdam is around 272 miles (some sources state 438 km or 411 miles), and the drive will take approximately 4 hours 20 minutes. The route will take you north through Germany and into the Netherlands, passing through cities and towns such as Osnabrück, Rheine, Hengelo, Almelo, and Deventer.

From the centre of Brunswick, head onto the B248 and then join the A39. Continue north onto the A7, passing Wolfsburg, before joining the A30 towards Osnabrück. Continue onto the A1, passing Münster, and then join the A31. This will take you across the German-Dutch border. Continue on the A1 towards Deventer and then take the A50 towards Amsterdam. The A1 and A50 will take you right into the heart of Amsterdam.

Please note that there may be tolls on certain roads and highways in Germany and the Netherlands, so be sure to research your route thoroughly before departing. Additionally, remember to abide by the speed limits and driving laws of each country.

This journey will also require a vehicle equipped with a emissions sticker to drive in certain German cities, including Hanover. Be sure to check the emissions sticker requirements and obtain one if necessary before your trip.

Travel by ferry

Ferries are a great way to travel from Brunswick, Germany, to Amsterdam, Netherlands. The journey involves a combination of train and ferry travel.

Step 1: Travel from Brunswick to Hoek van Holland by Train

The first step is to take a train from Brunswick to Hoek van Holland. You can book your train ticket through Stena Line's Dutch website. Alternatively, you can use the German Railways website to find train times and buy tickets from Brunswick to Hoek van Holland.

Step 2: Sail from Hoek van Holland to Harwich by Ferry

Stena Line offers a luxurious superferry service from Hoek van Holland to the port of Harwich. The journey takes approximately 16 hours and 45 minutes. Onboard facilities include private cabins, lounges, a cafe, a bar, a children's play area, and a premium Stena Plus lounge.

Step 3: Travel from Harwich to London by Train

Upon arrival at Harwich, you can take a train to London. The train journey takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes. You can check train times using the National Rail website.

Step 4: Travel from London to Amsterdam by Overnight Ferry

From London, you can take the Rail & Sail service, which includes an overnight ferry crossing to Amsterdam. This service departs from London Liverpool Street Station in the evening and arrives at Amsterdam Centraal the next morning. The journey includes a train ride to the port of Harwich, an overnight ferry crossing, and a final train ride to Amsterdam.

The Rail & Sail ticket covers the British train and the ferry from London or any Greater Anglia station to Hoek van Holland. You can also add on a private cabin, which is compulsory for the night boat but optional for the day boat.

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