Travel with GoVolta to Berlin and Hamburg

GoVolta timetable

GoVolta is a new Dutch train operator running trains between Amsterdam and several German destinations. They operate two services:

1. Amsterdam – Berlin

Three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, GoVolta runs a direct service from Amsterdam Centraal to Berlin Gesundbrunnen (until 11 June 2026) and Berlin Spandau (from 14 June 2026). The journey takes approximately 6.5 hours. The return journey from Berlin Gesundbrunnen takes approximately 7.5 hours.

Intermediate stop in Osnabrück and Hannover

On the route to and from Berlin, the train also stops in Osnabrück and Hannover. Osnabrück is a historic city in the north-west of Germany. Hannover is the capital of the state of Lower Saxony and a popular destination for trade fairs and events.

2. Amsterdam – Hamburg

Three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, GoVolta runs a direct service from Amsterdam Centraal to Hamburg Harburg. The outward journey takes approximately 5.5 hours and the return journey approximately 6 hours.

Intermediate stop in Bremen

On the route to and from Hamburg, the train also stops in Bremen. This is a charming Hanseatic city with a picturesque city centre.

Boarding stations in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, you can board at Amsterdam Centraal, Amersfoort, Deventer and Hengelo.

Check the GoVolta website for up-to-date journey times, availability and tickets.

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GoVolta runs three times a week in both directions to Berlin and three times a week to Hamburg. In the Netherlands, you can board at Amsterdam Centraal, Amersfoort, Deventer and Hengelo. Trains depart in the morning from the Netherlands and in the afternoon from Germany.

• Amsterdam – Berlin: approximately 6.5 hours
• Berlin – Amsterdam: approximately 7.5 hours
• Amsterdam – Hamburg: approximately 5.5 hours
• Hamburg – Amsterdam: approximately 6 hours

Always check the up-to-date timetable on the GoVolta website before you travel.

Looking for a faster connection between Amsterdam and Berlin?

Book the ICE to Berlin and arrive in the heart of the city in 5.51 hours.

Customer service

Do you have any questions about your journey or booking with GoVolta? Please contact GoVolta's customer service team.

Tickets for travel with GoVolta are available via the GoVolta website.

Included in your ticket:

• Guaranteed seat
• Two items of hand luggage (max. 55 × 40 × 25 cm and max. 30 × 20 × 15 cm)

Optional add-ons:

• Seat selection
• Upgrade to Comfort Class
• XL Duo Seat (no passenger opposite you, extra legroom and always facing forward)
• Large suitcase (in addition to standard hand luggage)

Flexibility options:

• Unlimited name changes: without this option, name changes are possible for a fee
• Unlimited date changes: without this option, date changes are possible for a fee, plus any fare difference

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GoVolta comfort classes

GoVolta offers two comfort classes: Economy and Comfort. In addition, every passenger has access to The Lounge, GoVolta's on-board restaurant.

Economy Class

• The most affordable travel option
• Rows of two seats side by side, seats facing each other
• Guaranteed seat always included
• Upgrade to XL Duo Seat available for extra legroom and a forward-facing seat
• Toilets available in the carriage
• Drinks and snacks available in The Lounge

Comfort Class

• Extra wide seats and more personal space
• Rows of one or two seats side by side
• Generous luggage storage
• Close to The Lounge, for quick access to snacks, drinks and stewards
• Seats facing each other
• Toilets available in the carriage

XL Duo Seat

GoVolta trains have seats that face each other. With the XL Duo Seat, you book the seat opposite you, ensuring you always face forward, have extra legroom and the seat opposite remains empty. You choose which of the two reserved seats you sit in.

The Lounge

In the lounge carriage, you can take a break from your seat. A selection of hot and cold drinks, snacks and light meals is available. The Lounge is accessible to all passengers.

Wifi

Wi-Fi is not available on GoVolta trains.

Customer service

Do you have any questions about your journey or booking with GoVolta? Please contact GoVolta's customer service team.

Practical information

Guaranteed seat

GoVolta guarantees every passenger a seat. Without seat selection, GoVolta automatically assigns an available seat. Sitting together is not guaranteed in that case. Would you like to sit together or face forward? Book a seat selection or XL Duo Seat when purchasing your ticket. Seat changes on board are not possible. Travelling with a minor? The minor will always be seated next to at least one parent or guardian from the booking.

Luggage

Two items of hand luggage are always included:

• one item of up to 55 × 40 × 25 cm and
• one smaller item of up to 30 × 20 × 15 cm.

Would you like to bring a large suitcase? You can add this when booking your ticket.

Travelling with impaired mobility

GoVolta trains have a high step with several stairs and are not equipped with dedicated wheelchair spaces or adapted toilets. If you are able to manage a few steps independently or with a little help and can take a seat in a standard chair, you can in most cases travel with GoVolta. A foldable, manual wheelchair may be brought on board but must be folded during the journey. Travelling while seated in your own wheelchair is unfortunately not possible. If you need more assistance boarding or during the journey, you are advised to travel with a companion.

Travelling with an assistance dog

Assistance dogs are welcome on board. Please be aware that the train runs non-stop between destinations, so there is no opportunity to let your dog out during the journey.

Terminal stations

GoVolta trains travel to Berlin Gesundbrunnen (until 11 June 2026) and Berlin Spandau from that date. To Hamburg, the train terminates at Hamburg Harburg. From these stations, you can reach the city centre by S-Bahn.

Bicycles

It is not possible to bring standard bicycles on board.

Pets

Pets are not permitted on board.

Customer service

Do you have any questions about your journey or booking with GoVolta? Please contact GoVolta's customer service team.