Trains / ICE to Berlin

ICE to Berlin

Directly to Berlijn 5 times a day
Possibility of reserving a seat
Electrical outlet at your seat

Intercity Berlin

Starting in autumn 2025, the Intercity Berlin trains will be replaced by the new ICE train on the route between Amsterdam and Berlin.
Read more about the new trains to Berlin

Schedule

Schedule ICE to Berlin

In 5.51 hour you can travel from Amsterdam to Berlin, one of the hippest cities in Europe. ICE is not just fast but is equipped with all the necessary features to make your trip comfortable.

Connections

ICE runs directly from Amsterdam Central Station to Berlin 5 times a day.

Route	Travel times	Transfers	Header	Header
Amsterdam - Berlin	5.51 hours	0	Content	Content
Schiphol - Berlin	6.12 hours	1	Content	Content
Rotterdam - Berlin	6.40 hours	1	Content	Content
Utrecht - Berlin	5.44 hours	1	Content	Content
Eindhoven - Berlin	7.15	2	Content	Content
Arnhem - Berlin	5.40 hours	1	Content	Content
Groningen - Berlin	6.03 hours	2	Content	Content
Amersfoort - Berlin	5.15 hours	0	Content	Content
Nijmegen - Berlin	5.46 hours	1	Content	Content
Tilburg - Berlin	6.49 hours	2	Content	Content
Breda - Berlin	6.31 hours	1	Content	Content

For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner

Departure stations

Amsterdam Centraal
Hilversum
Amersfoort
Apeldoorn
Deventer

Hengelo

Arrival stations

Bad Bentheim
Rheine
Osnabrück Hbf
Bünde
Hannover Hbf

Berlijn Spandau
Berlijn Hbf
Berlijn Südkreuz

At certain times of the day extra stops will be made at additional stations. For a complete overview of the train stations go to the itinerary planner.

Prices

Prices ICE

With ICE you can travel from € 38 to Berlin. The sooner you book the cheaper your ticket.

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

Class	Supersparpreis Europa	Sparpreis Europa	Flexpreis Europa
One-way trip 2nd class	€ 38	€ 42	€ 124
One-way trip 1st class	€ 60	€ 61	€ 205

Book in advance and save money!

Do you already know what day and time you want to travel? Then choose for a Supersparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.

General tips for getting the cheapest 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.

Tips to get the best rates

Tickets

ICE tickets

ICE offers different tarif types for your journey. Choose from Flexpreis (Plus), Sparpreis or Sparpreis Europa tarif. Every tarif type has different conditions.

	Supersparpreis Europa	Sparpreis Europa	Flexpreis Europa
Change booking		Until 1st day of valid for a fee of € 19
Cancellation prior to departure		Until 1st day of valid for a fee of € 19
Cancellation after departure			From 1st day of valid for a fee of € 19
Seat reservation included
+City *
Presale period	60 tot 364 days	60 tot 364 days	60 tot 364
Availability of tickets	sufficient	sufficient	unlimited
In combination with Dutch reduction card
In combination with BahnCard	Bahncard 25 Bahncard 50	Bahncard 25 Bahncard 50	Bahncard 25 Bahncard 50 Bahncard 100

* +City: Travel to/from the station with local public transport for a significant number of German destinations

Compulsory seat reservation

In summer 2026 from 26 June to 31 August, seat reservation is compulsory for international train travel in ICE.

Seat reservation

It is not mandatory to reserve a seat with ICE. However we do advise you to do so. You will receive a confirmation of your seat reservation stating the carriage number and seat number.
Do you have a train ticket between the Netherlands and Germany without a seat reservation? And want to make sure you can sit down? Then you can reserve a seat online.

Seat reservation 1st class

When booking a first class full-flex ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket. The seat reservation is not done automatically. After booking you will have to reserve a seat.

Classes

ICE classes

IICE International has 2 travel classes: 1st class and 2nd class. In 1st class, you will benefit from additional advantages, such as greater comfort and extra legroom

2nd class

Free WiFi
1 electrical outlet for every 2 seats
In a number of ICE trains, there is a "kleinkind abteil" (closed off area where children can play)
A "Panorama Lounge", where a glass wall has been placed so that passengers can enjoy the same view as the engine driver
37 cm legroom

1st class

Seat reservation included in your full-flex ticket*
Seat with adjustable back in a carriage with a middle or side aisle
Free WiFi
Free German newspapers
A "Panorama Lounge", where a glass wall has been placed so that passengers can enjoy the same view as the engine driver
46 cm legroom
1 electrical outlet for every 2 seats
Access to the NS International and DB Lounges (with the exception of Supersparpreis Europe and the Sparpreis Europe rate)

* Based on availability

Free access to the lounges

If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (with the exception of Supersparpreis Europe and Sparpreis Europe rate).

On board

On board ICE to Berlin

Locating your carriage

When travelling with a long-distance train, you will find large displays on the platforms which indicate with A to E where the individual carriages are located. The platforms are also divided from A to E.

Travel information

Leaflets are distributed on board the ICE: 'Ihr Reiseplan'. In these leaflets, you can read which stops ICE will make, departure and arrival times for each station, but also information about connecting trains and the services offered on board. In addition, it is important to listen to the broadcast messages. Just before arriving at the next station, they will announce which connecting trains are available.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available on all Intercity Berlin trains in 1st and 2nd class.

Luggage

You are advised to only bring luggage that you can easily carry and that can be stored in the spaces provided. Smaller pieces of luggage can be placed in the luggage racks above the seats; for the larger pieces of luggage you may make use of the spaces between the seats that have been specifically designed for this purpose.

Bringing bicycles on board

ICE has space for eight bikes. You must reserve these bicycle spots in advance.

Purchasing a Bicycle Ticket for ICE

The price of an international bicycle ticket depends on the route. The bicycle space reservation is free.

You can purchase your bicycle ticket and reservation from:

NS International Customer Service: 030 - 23 000 23 (daily from 7:00 to 23:00)
NS International desk (at Amsterdam Central, Schiphol Airport, Rotterdam Central, Utrecht Central, or Arnhem Central)

What to keep in mind

The bicycle must be placed in the available bicycle racks. This is mandatory because the train runs on high-speed lines.
The bicycle racks accommodate tire widths from 40 to 60 mm.

Regular two-wheel bikes are always allowed. Fatbikes and electric bikes are also welcome, but there are certain conditions. The train manager may refuse bikes that do not meet these conditions. R
Luggage (such as a helmet) must be removed from your bicycle during the journey.
If a (modified) bicycle is taken as a mobility aid, different rules apply.
In case your train is canceled, you must make a new bicycle reservation for a subsequent train via NS International Customer Service.

Bringing pets on board

Pets are permitted in first and second class on ICE trains, but not in the bistro carriage. However, guide dogs and assistance dogs are permitted.

Conditions

Small pets: Small pets can travel free of charge if they are transported in a cage, bag or basket. These must not exceed 55 x 30 x 30 cm (L x W x H). If the train is busy, you must hold the cage, bag or basket on your lap.
Large pets: You must purchase a ticket for large pets. The price depends on your destination and the availability of offers. The ticket is booked in the same class as you are travelling in and costs 50% of the adult fare. It is not possible to reserve a seat for your pet.
Guide and assistance dogs: Registered guide and assistance dogs are always welcome and can travel free of charge. All you need to do is inform the train manager that your dog is on board. Your dog does not need to be muzzled. More information about travelling with a mobility impairment.

Buying a train ticket for your pet

For larger pets that cannot be transported in a cage, bag or basket, please purchase a ticket at:

Tickets for honden zijn telefonisch verkrijgbaar via NS International Klantenservice 030 – 230 00 23 (available daily from 07.00 to 23.00 hours).
At the NS International desk at medium-sized and large NS stations.
If you are travelling by ICE between two Dutch stations, you can purchase or load an NS Day Ticket Dog at an NS ticket machine.

Travellers with impaired mobility

ICE has two wheelchair spaces in 2nd class, with an adapted restroom/toilet nearby. Each wheelchair space includes a companion seat, which is always reserved. ICE is equipped with a special lift to make boarding and alighting with a wheelchair easier. Wheelchairs can have a maximum length of 125 cm and a width of 70 cm, including space for footrests.

Companions (including assistance dogs) of travelers with a companion pass can travel for free within the Netherlands on ICE. Internationally, they may also travel for free, provided they have a valid travel ticket. This ticket can be obtained free of charge at the Ticket & Service desks at stations.

There are limited options for traveling with a mobility scooter. For advice, please contact us at +31 (0)30-235 78 22 (available 24/7, 7 days a week).

Electrical outlets

There are two electrical outlets at places near the window in 1st class and in 2nd class in each carriage at the table places. At these places you can use or charge your laptop or mobile phone.

Traveling with children

What does it cost to travel with children? Can I bring a stroller on board? May children walk about and play? For a worry-free trip, read all the practical information about travelling with children

Tips Berlin

Perhaps the most exciting city in Europe. Plenty to see and do.

What to do in Berlin

Berlin Hauptbahnhof

The train to Berlin arrives at Berlin Hauptbahnhof station, the starting point for your Berlin weekend. Or the transfer station for a city trip to Prague.

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