Our travel advice
Watch the connection in Antwerp
Arriving on the EST 9310, you have 6 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.
Late arrival
The 21:10 departure only arrives at 00:12. Book a hotel with late check-in, or take an earlier train.
Easy day trip
You're in Kortrijk in 2h51. A return trip in one day works fine: leave early and catch a train back after dinner.
Route map
All trains from Amsterdam to Kortrijk
Tickets for the 06:10 train →Tickets for the 07:10 train →Tickets for the 08:10 train →Tickets for the 09:10 train →Tickets for the 11:10 train →The timetable at a glance
Departures per hour from Amsterdam
- Departures: 5 in the morning, 3 in the afternoon and 3 in the evening.
- Operators: Eurostar and NMBS/SNCB.
- Usual change points: Antwerp.
From our timetable data for a regular Tuesday; times in Amsterdam time.
Which train should you take?
Take the 06:10 train: in 0% of measured trips you made every connection on this journey.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Change at | Whole trip worked | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 ★ | 09:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 07:10 | 10:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 08:10 | 11:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 09:10 | 12:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 11:10 | 14:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 13:10 | 16:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 15:10 | 18:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 16:10 | 19:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 17:10 | 20:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 18:10 | 21:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 19:10 | 22:01 | 2h51 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
| 21:10 | 00:12 | 3h02 | Antwerp | 0% | Risky |
"Whole trip worked" = chance you make every connection with at least 8 minutes to spare, calculated from real arrival times (Rijden de Treinen train archive, CC BY 4.0). ★ = our pick. How we measure.
The journey
The recommended connection leaves at 06:10 and covers about 260 km of track through the Netherlands and Belgium. You spend 2h45 on the train plus 6 minutes changing trains, averaging 95 km/h.
- 06:10
07:30EST 9310 · Eurostar
Amsterdam Centraal → Antwerp-Central1h20 · ± 164 km · 1 intermediate stop · through the Netherlands and Belgium - ⇄Change at Antwerp-Central: 6 minutes. Measured: this connection was made on 0% of 78 trips (at least 8 minutes to change, cancellations count as missed).
Tight: wait by the door and check your arrival and departure platforms in advance. - 07:36
09:01IC 19710 · NMBS/SNCB
Antwerp-Central → Kortrijk1h25 · ± 96 km · 6 intermediate stops · through Belgium
In numbers
Where you cross the border
- Border the Netherlands → Belgium: around 07:15 (1h05 after departure), on the EST 9310 between Amsterdam Centraal and Antwerp-Central.
All options side by side
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Changes | Via | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 | 09:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | RecommendedFastest |
| 07:10 | 10:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 08:10 | 11:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 09:10 | 12:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 11:10 | 14:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 13:10 | 16:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 15:10 | 18:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 16:10 | 19:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 17:10 | 20:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 18:10 | 21:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 19:10 | 22:01 | 2h51 | 1 | Antwerp | |
| 21:10 | 00:12 +1 | 3h02 | 1 | Antwerp |
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 Kortrijk?
This train is reliable: a normal connection time is fine.
Measured: 78 trips of the EST 9310, arriving in Antwerp-Central, 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.
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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
Which train should you take to Kortrijk?
Take the 06:10 train: in 0% of measured trips you made every connection on this journey.
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Kortrijk?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Kortrijk takes 2h51. Most journeys have 1 change.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Kortrijk?
No, you change trains at least 1 time, usually in Antwerp.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Kortrijk?
None of the connections we found use a night train, so you travel during the day.
Where can I book a train ticket to Kortrijk?
You can compare prices at Omio. Eurostar fares rise as the train fills up, and tickets go on sale about 6 months ahead.
How punctual is the train to Kortrijk?
The EST 9310 arrived on time in Antwerp-Central on 87% of trips, with an average delay of 3 minutes (August 2026, September 2026, October 2026).
Which countries does the train from Amsterdam to Kortrijk pass through?
The recommended connection runs through the Netherlands and Belgium.
How many kilometres is the train journey from Amsterdam to Kortrijk?
By rail it is about 260 km; as the crow flies 206 km.
Where does the train cross the border on the way to Kortrijk?
Border the Netherlands → Belgium: around 07:15 (1h05 after departure), on the EST 9310 between Amsterdam Centraal and Antwerp-Central.
