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 774. 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 484 ) Amsterdam ↔ Düsseldorf (average: R 463 ) Amsterdam ↔ Frankfurt am Main (average: R 988 )

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: 5001 routes - Carpool: 435 routes - Bus: 313 routes

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 .

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.

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 484 Frequency: 9 departures daily Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus , FlixBus , Sindbad , Flibco , RegioJet , Union Ivkoni , Deutsche Bahn , KLR Bus , Deutsche Bahn ICE , NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

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 ↔ Frankfurt am Main, Germany The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are: Amsterdam ↔ London, United Kingdom Amsterdam ↔ Stuttgart, Germany The Hague ↔ Brussels, Belgium

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 , Rotterdam Airport , Maastricht Aachen Airport

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What are the most popular routes to Netherlands?

Route	Average price	Average duration	Daily departures
Amsterdam - Cologne	Average priceR 484	Average duration4h 55m	Daily departures9
Amsterdam - Düsseldorf	Average priceR 463	Average duration3h 45m	Daily departures9
Amsterdam - Frankfurt am Main	Average priceR 988	Average duration15h 35m	Daily departures15
Amsterdam - Barcelona	Average priceR 1 567	Average duration1d 1h	Daily departures24
Amsterdam - Mannheim	Average priceR 1 142	Average duration16h 7m	Daily departures5
Amsterdam - London	Average priceR 3 266	Average duration4h 47m	Daily departures11
Amsterdam - London	Average priceR 1 126	Average duration14h 50m	Daily departures9
Rotterdam - Amsterdam	Average priceR 796	Average duration1h 9m	Daily departures1496
Amsterdam - Zürich	Average priceR 1 153	Average duration16h 45m	Daily departures15
Amsterdam - Stuttgart	Average priceR 1 522	Average duration6h 10m	Daily departures7

What popular bus companies operate in Netherlands?

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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.

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 774. 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 484)
Amsterdam ↔ Düsseldorf (average: R 463)
Amsterdam ↔ Frankfurt am Main (average: R 988)
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: 5001 routes
- Carpool: 435 routes
- Bus: 313 routes
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.
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.
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 484
Frequency: 9 departures daily
Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Sindbad, Flibco, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, Deutsche Bahn, KLR Bus, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen
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 ↔ Frankfurt am Main, Germany
The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
Amsterdam ↔ London, United Kingdom
Amsterdam ↔ Stuttgart, Germany
The Hague ↔ Brussels, Belgium
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, Rotterdam Airport, Maastricht Aachen Airport