To Chemnitz by train

With ICE

Quickly to the heart of Chemnitz

From € 38 one-way trip with ICE
Travel time Amsterdam - Chemnitz: 10.24 hrs
Tip! Early booking = lowest prices

Chemnitz is located in eastern Germany. Upon arrival by train, you immediately notice the imposing Karl Marx monument, a symbol of the communist past. Around the main station, you will see a mix of old factory buildings and modern architecture. The architecture ranges from Bauhaus to modern complexes. For nature lovers, the Erzgebirge is nearby, ideal for a hike or a bike ride.

Travel informatie

Travel information Chemnitz

ICE will take you from Amsterdam Central Station to Chemnitz with two or three changes. The route goes via Frankfurt and Leipzig or via Hannover and Leipzig. The residual times of both routes are similar.
Maybe it would be nice to take a different route on the way out than on the way back?
Check the planner for route and times

Prices

Prices train tickets Chemnitz

ICE offers different fare types for your journey. You can choose the Flexpreis, Sparpreis or Supersparpreis Europa rate. Each rate has its own conditions.

The price depends on

The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings

Options flexibility ICE

Supersparpreis Europa

Always the most affordable tickets
Available to book up to and including the day of travel, subject to availability
Changes and cancellations not possible

Sparpreis Europa

Affordable tickets
Available to book up to and including the day of travel, subject to availability
Changes and cancellations possible at a cost

Flexpreis Europa

Available to book up to and including the day of travel
Free to change up to and including the day of travel (except for reservation costs)
Includes City-Ticket

*With a City-Ticket, travel free by bus, metro and tram on your day of arrival and departure in over 140 German cities. Included with Flexpreis, available at extra cost with Sparpreis and Supersparpreis.
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Lowest prices

Book in advance and save money

The cheapest way to travel by train is to book early. Do you already know when you want to go? Then choose the Supersparpreis Europa fare. This is the most affordable fare, but it is tied to a fixed date, time and train. Changes or cancellations are not possible.

Tips for buying budget train tickets

Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
Book online to avoid booking fee.

Read all tips for budget train tickets

Practical information

To make your train journey as smooth as possible, we have put together the most important practical information for you.

Facilities on board

ICE offers a comfortable travel experience with spacious seating, power sockets and Wi-Fi on board. In 1st class, you enjoy extra space and service. Your city break has already begun before you even arrive.
Read all about the facilities and practical details of ICE

Check the journey planner and app

Always check your journey in the journey planner beforehand. This keeps you informed of any delays or engineering works. Download the NS International App too for up-to-date travel information on the go.

Free access to the lounges

ITravelling in 1st class? You can relax comfortably before your train journey to Düsseldorf in the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam and Rotterdam, with a complimentary drink. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).

Seat reservation

In the summer of 2026 (26 June to 31 August), a seat reservation for international trains is compulsory. Outside this period, reserving a seat is not required, but it is recommended. After booking, you will receive a confirmation with your carriage and seat number. Want to make sure you have a seat?  Reserve online.

1st class reservation

When booking a 1st class full-flex ticket, the cost of the seat reservation is included in the price. You can often also indicate a seating preference when booking.