Travel to Oberhausen by train
In less than two hours with ICE
Quickly to the heart of the city
- From € 20 one-way trip with ICE
- Travel time Amsterdam – Oberhausen: 1.50 hours
- Board directly, no check-in required
- Book early = travel affordably
Oberhausen by train is easier than you might think. With the ICE, you board at Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in the heart of the Ruhr region in less than two hours. No traffic, no check-in, just board.
Oberhausen surprises. The city is known for the CentrO: at 125,000 square metres, the largest shopping centre in Europe. But Oberhausen has more to offer than shopping. For instance, the Gasometer. The former gas holder is now the symbol of the city and provides an impressive setting for exhibitions. Also worth a visit is the winding Slinky Springs to Fame bridge. It stands in Kaisergarten park and lights up in the evening in all the colours of the rainbow.
Tickets for a train to Oberhausen are available from just € 20 single. The earlier you book, the better your chances of the lowest price.
Train to Oberhausen
With the international high-speed train ICE, you travel directly from Amsterdam Centraal to Oberhausen. Comfortable, fast and hassle-free. From Utrecht, you arrive in just 1.27 hours.
Journey times to Oberhausen by train
| Route | Journey time from | Changes | Header | Header |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam - Oberhausen | 1.50 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
| Amersfoort - Oberhausen | 1.51 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Oberhausen | 1.27 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Oberhausen | 2.11 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Arnhem - Oberhausen | 0.54 hours | 0 | Content | Content |
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Train tickets prices Oberhausen
ICE offers various fare types for your journey. You can choose the Flexpreis, Sparpreis or Supersparpreis Europa fare. Each fare has its own terms and 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
ICE offers three fare types to Düsseldorf
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 or cancel until the day of travel
- 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.
View the full fare information for ICE
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.
Practical information for your train journey to Oberhausen
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.
Oberhausen
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