GoVolta Expands Domestic Train Services in the Netherlands
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GoVolta Expands Domestic Train Services in the Netherlands
- Dutch rail operator GoVolta has received approval to offer domestic routes within the Netherlands, including a connection between Hengelo and Amsterdam, with tickets potentially starting from €10.
- This expansion follows the launch of GoVolta's international services in March 2026, which included routes from Amsterdam to Berlin and Hamburg.
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GoVolta, a Dutch private railway company, has secured approval from the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) to carry domestic passengers on some of its international routes. This means travelers can now book journeys between Dutch cities on GoVolta trains. The company aims to offer affordable tickets, with some fares starting as low as €10 for early bookings.
One of the newly approved domestic connections includes a route from Hengelo to Amsterdam. GoVolta began its international operations in March 2026, launching services from Amsterdam to Berlin and Hamburg. The Amsterdam-Berlin train, for example, makes stops in Dutch cities such as Amersfoort, Deventer, and Hengelo before crossing into Germany. Similarly, the Amsterdam-Hamburg route also includes stops in Amersfoort, Deventer, and Hengelo.
The decision by the ACM, dated September 9, 2026, and published on September 17, 2026, concluded that GoVolta’s planned services would not negatively impact the main rail network concession held by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). GoVolta’s strategy focuses on providing low-cost, direct international and now domestic train services, positioning itself as a budget-friendly alternative for travelers. The company also plans to introduce new international routes, including The Hague Central to Luxembourg/Strasbourg and The Hague Central to Cologne, with intended start dates in December 2027. Additionally, a high-speed service from Amsterdam Central to Paris is planned for December 2028.