London to Amsterdam train with Eurostar

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Amsterdam

Showing times and prices for Aug 13

Cheapest price

€225

Average price

€367

Fastest journey

4 h 46 m

Average duration

4 h 47 m

Trains per day

37

Distance

357 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Amsterdam will cost around €367 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €225.

Fast trains

Of the 37 trains that leave London for Amsterdam on Thu, Aug 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .

On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Eurostar9114
    7:34 AM4h46
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    1:20 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    2251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9152
    5:04 PM4h46
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    10:50 PMAmsterdam Centraal
    2251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9110+Eurocity Direct9543
    7:04 AM5h50
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    1:54 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    2611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9110+Eurocity Direct9539
    7:04 AM4h50
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    12:54 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    2611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9110+Eurocity Direct9555
    7:04 AM8h50
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    4:54 PMAmsterdam Zuid
    2611One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for London to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €44.

Distance: 357 km

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€250

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€80

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4h 51m

Average total duration

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Live departures

London to Amsterdam train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Eurostar9110+Eurocity Direct95397:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
4h50
12:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9110+Eurocity Direct95557:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
8h50
4:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9110 · 93297:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h56
2:00 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9110 · 93297:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h16
2:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
Eurostar9110 · 93277:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h26
1:30 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9110+Eurocity Direct95437:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h50
1:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9110 · 93277:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h46
1:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
Eurostar91147:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
4h46
1:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
Eurostar9114+Eurocity Direct95437:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h20
1:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9114 · 93397:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h56
3:30 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9114 · 93297:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h26
2:00 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9114 · 93277:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
4h56
1:30 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9114+Eurocity Direct95597:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
9h20
5:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9114+Eurocity Direct95557:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
8h20
4:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9116+Eurocity Direct95719:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
10h53
8:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9116 · 93399:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h29
3:30 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9116 · 93399:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h49
3:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
Eurostar9116+Eurocity Direct95559:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h53
4:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9116+Eurocity Direct95599:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
7h53
5:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar912610:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
4h48
4:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
Eurostar9126+Eurocity Direct955910:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h20
5:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9126+Eurocity Direct957110:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
9h20
8:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9126+Eurocity Direct955510:34 AM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h20
4:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9132+Eurocity Direct95711:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h53
8:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9132+Eurocity Direct95751:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
7h53
9:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9132 · 93631:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h32
7:33 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9132 · 94631:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h49
7:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
Eurostar9132 · 94631:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h32
7:33 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9132 · 93631:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h49
7:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
Eurostar9132 · 9375+NS International | IC Brussel18811:01 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
7h44
9:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
Eurostar91402:34 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
4h46
8:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
Eurostar9140+Eurocity Direct95752:34 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h20
9:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9140+Eurocity Direct95712:34 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h20
8:54 PM Amsterdam Zuid1 transfer
Eurostar9140 · 93752:34 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h59
9:33 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer
Eurostar9140+NS International | IC Brussel1881+Eurostar93752:34 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
6h11
9:45 PM Amsterdam Zuid2 transfers
Eurostar91525:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
4h46
10:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect
Eurostar9152 · 93875:04 PM London St Pancras International (STP)
5h29
11:33 PM Schiphol Airport1 transfer

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Why should you book London to Amsterdam trains with Omio?

Eurostar as well as Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and more offer trains services from London to Amsterdam.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Amsterdam.

Why book with Omio vs Eurostar?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Eurostar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from London to Amsterdam.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Eurostar with all available travel options, which are train, bus, flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Amsterdam.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London to Amsterdam.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Amsterdam?

The best time to book your train from London to Amsterdam is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Amsterdam route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Amsterdam per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Amsterdam.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Amsterdam

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Trains from London to Amsterdam run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €92 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 3h 59m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €34
Distance
357 km
Average train duration
4h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
€92
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 59m
First train
1:03 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
91 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €34

Train companies: Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from London to Amsterdam trainsEurostar, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between London and Amsterdam from €34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
€92
Eurostar frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

NS International | IC Brussel

About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The \IC Brussel\" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 45m
Cheapest Price
€281
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

EuroCity

About
EuroCity (EC) is an international train category and brand for inter-city trains that cross international borders within Europe. These trains are a collaboration between various European rail companies, including Deutsche Bahn (Germany), Trenitalia (Italy), SBB (Switzerland), and ÖBB (Austria). EuroCity trains connect major cities across Europe, offering both first and second-class coaches. They are known for meeting specific criteria for comfort, speed, cleanliness, and onboard food service, including air-conditioned cars and dining facilities. EuroCity services aim to provide convenient and comfortable cross-border travel, with stops typically lasting no more than 5 to 15 minutes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
EuroCity frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro service available on most routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended, available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Eurocity Direct

Luggage & cancellation policy
Eurocity Direct frequency
2 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 4m
Cheapest Price
€190
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Amsterdam

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Amsterdam by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Amsterdam can start from as little as €92 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Amsterdam is €250; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Amsterdam is 3h 59m to travel the 357 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Amsterdam leaves at 1:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Amsterdam leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 3 direct trains a day from London to Amsterdam with Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from London to Amsterdam. You can choose between Eurostar. Eurostar trains take around 3h 59m
When taking a train from London to Amsterdam, you can count on Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Amsterdam. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Amsterdam and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Amsterdam from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Amsterdam is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between London and Amsterdam including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Amsterdam

Most London to Amsterdam trains use the London St Pancras International to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Schiphol Airport. Use this guide to compare London and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Amsterdam
London St Pancras InternationalPancras Road, London, Greater London, N1C 4QP, UK+44 2078437688WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre

Bus91, N91 · 23m · €11 · every ~28 min
73, N73 · 26m · €2 · every ~33 min
390 · 48m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 11m · €2 · every ~91 min

London St Pancras International train station facilities and services

London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.

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