Our travel advice
Watch the connection in Karlsruhe
Arriving on the ICE 677, you have 7 minutes. That connection was made on 0% of trips (measured August 2026, September 2026, October 2026). If in doubt, pick a later connection or a flexible ticket.
Sleep on the way
From Amsterdam take the IC 60403 at 20:15 and arrive at 04:25. It saves a hotel night and you arrive rested.
Late arrival
The 18:01 departure only arrives at 00:32. Book a hotel with late check-in, or take an earlier train.
Direct train
There is a train to Baden-Baden with no changes.
Route map
All trains from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden
Tickets for the 14:01 train →Tickets for the 08:01 train →Tickets for the 10:01 train →Tickets for the 12:01 train →Tickets for the 20:15 train →The timetable at a glance
Departures per hour from Amsterdam
- Departures: 4 in the morning, 5 in the afternoon and 1 in the evening.
- Operators: DB, NS International, DB Regio AG Baden-Württemberg and Eurostar.
- Usual change points: Cologne, Karlsruhe and Frankfurt.
From our timetable data for a regular Tuesday; times in Amsterdam time.
The journey
The recommended connection leaves at 20:15 and covers about 557 km of track through the Netherlands and Germany. You spend 8h10 on the train, averaging 68 km/h.
- 20:15
04:25IC 60403 · DB Fernverkehr (Codesharing)
Amsterdam Centraal → Baden-Baden8h10 · ± 557 km · 10 intermediate stops · through the Netherlands and Germany
In numbers
Where you cross the border
- Border the Netherlands → Germany: around 22:40 (2h25 after departure), on the IC 60403.
All options side by side
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Changes | Via | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 | 13:18 | 7h08 | 2 | Brussels, Cologne | |
| 08:01 | 15:20 | 7h19 | 1 | Cologne | |
| 08:10 | 15:20 | 7h10 | 2 | Brussels, Cologne | |
| 10:01 | 17:20 | 7h19 | 1 | Cologne | |
| 12:01 | 19:20 | 7h19 | 1 | Cologne | |
| 12:01 | 18:28 | 6h27 | 2 | Frankfurt, Karlsruhe | Fastest |
| 14:01 | 21:19 | 7h18 | 1 | Cologne | |
| 14:01 | 20:28 | 6h27 | 2 | Frankfurt, Karlsruhe | |
| 16:01 | 23:34 | 7h33 | 2 | Cologne, Karlsruhe | |
| 18:01 | 00:32 +1 | 6h31 | 2 | Frankfurt, Karlsruhe | |
| 20:15 | 04:25 +1 | 8h10 | 0 | – | RecommendedFewest changesNight train |
Calculated from the timetable for a regular Tuesday (Transitous) and measured arrival times from Rijden de Treinen. Borders: Natural Earth.
How punctual is the train to Baden-Baden?
This train is often late. Plan generous connections and choose a flexible ticket.
Measured: 79 trips of the IC 60403, arriving in Baden-Baden, August 2026, September 2026, October 2026. "On time" = at most 5 minutes late; cancellations are counted separately. Source: Rijden de Treinen train archive (CC BY 4.0). Full method · downloadable data.
Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 6h52 | ± 3h48 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 21 kg | ± 63 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (6h27) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 0h38 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 590 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 499 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
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Tip: international train tickets usually get more expensive as the departure date gets closer. Booking 1 to 3 months ahead is often cheapest.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden takes 6h27. There is a direct train.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden?
Yes, there is a direct train from Amsterdam Centraal.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden?
Yes. You travel overnight and arrive rested in the morning.
Where can I book a train ticket to Baden-Baden?
You can compare prices at Omio. Eurostar fares rise as the train fills up, and tickets go on sale about 6 months ahead, and on ICE trains, the advance Sparpreis fares are the cheapest; for night trains, booking early gives you the widest choice of couchettes and sleepers.
How punctual is the train to Baden-Baden?
The IC 60403 arrived on time in Baden-Baden on 19% of trips, with an average delay of 47 minutes (August 2026, September 2026, October 2026).
Which countries does the train from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden pass through?
The recommended connection runs through the Netherlands and Germany.
How many kilometres is the train journey from Amsterdam to Baden-Baden?
By rail it is about 557 km; as the crow flies 462 km.
Where does the train cross the border on the way to Baden-Baden?
Border the Netherlands → Germany: around 22:40 (2h25 after departure), on the IC 60403.
