London to Amsterdam: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 358 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
Compare the options
Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Direct | Eurostar | About 4h 20m |
Check fare
Fare source checked: 6 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times: Eurostar |
Dep: London St Pancras International
Arr: Amsterdam Centraal
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Direct service advertised at 4 hours 19 minutes. Check that the chosen departure is direct; a Brussels change adds waiting time. Follow the booking’s security and border arrival guidance. |
Choosing your journey
Choose a direct Eurostar when available on your date. If the planner offers a Brussels change, compare the complete journey and connection time.
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Compare direct and connecting trains
Eurostar advertises a direct London–Amsterdam journey of 4 hours 19 minutes. Plan around 4¼–4¾ hours according to departure. A journey via Brussels can take longer; the durations of its trains do not include the wait between them.
Prepare before reaching St Pancras
Follow the arrival guidance on the booking, complete passenger information and keep travel documents ready for security and border checks. Amsterdam is one hour ahead of London. The reverse journey has its own timetable and departure arrangements.
Arrive at Centraal
Amsterdam Centraal is convenient for the older centre, but accommodation outside it may need a tram, metro or other local journey. Keep that fare separate. If taking an onward train, compare a comfortable connection rather than booking around the shortest advertised Eurostar time.
Plan the arrival
The London guide and Amsterdam guide explain the local journeys, places to stay and visits. Add the main travel ticket separately to your daily spending plan. The distance above is a straight-line comparison between the city centres; your train, road or flight route can be longer.
