Our travel advice
Our pick
Take the 06:16 train: 4h04 without a change.
Direct or with a change?
5 of 9 connections are direct. The others change, usually in Brussels.
The timetable at a glance
Departures per hour from London
- Departures: 5 in the morning, 2 in the afternoon and 2 in the evening.
- Operators: Eurostar.
- Usual change points: Brussels.
From our timetable data for a regular Tuesday; departure times in local London time.
All connections on a regular day
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Change at | Trains |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:16 | 11:20 | 4h04 | direct | EST 9106 Eurostar |
| 07:04 | 12:50 | 4h46 | Brussels | EST 9110 · EST 9321 Eurostar |
| 08:16 | 13:20 | 4h04 | direct | EST 9114 Eurostar |
| 09:01 | 14:20 | 4h19 | Brussels | EST 9116 · EST 9329 Eurostar |
| 11:04 | 16:22 | 4h18 | direct | EST 9126 Eurostar |
| 13:01 | 19:50 | 5h49 | Brussels | EST 9132 · EST 9463 Eurostar |
| 15:04 | 20:20 | 4h16 | direct | EST 9140 Eurostar |
| 17:04 | 22:50 | 4h46 | Brussels | EST 9148 · EST 9381 Eurostar |
| 18:04 | 23:20 | 4h16 | direct | EST 9152 Eurostar |
Route map
How punctual is Eurostar?
We have no measurements for this exact route yet. Across the Netherlands, Eurostar trains arrived on time (≤5 min) on 75.4% of 2,935 measured trips (August 2026, September 2026, October 2026).
Source: Rijden de Treinen train archive (CC BY 4.0).
Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 4h29 | ± 3h40 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 18 kg | ± 49 kg |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
Train: fastest connection plus 25 minutes to and from the station. Plane: flight time plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for airport transfers, check-in and security. CO₂: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
Practical guide: what to know
Checking in at London St Pancras
- Eurostar recommends arriving 75 minutes before departure in Standard and Plus (gates close 30 minutes before) and 45 minutes before in Premier (gates close 15 minutes before). Check the exact time in your ticket.
- All passport and security checks happen before you board, at St Pancras. On arrival in Amsterdam you simply walk off the train.
- Queues build up on busy days, so do not aim for the gate-closing time.
Passport and the EU Entry/Exit System
- Non-EU travellers, including British citizens, are being registered in the EU Entry/Exit System (EES), rolled out gradually since 12 October 2025. It is free and done at border control on the day: a face photo and fingerprints.
- You do not apply in advance. The recommended arrival time on your ticket already allows for these checks.
Luggage
- Per adult: 2 suitcases up to 85 cm plus 1 piece of hand luggage, with no weight limit, as long as you can lift them yourself.
- Pushchairs travel free. Dogs are not allowed, except assistance dogs.
On board and tickets
- Free WiFi in every class and a power socket (UK or European) at every seat; café-bar in coaches 8 and 9.
- Standard is just the seat, Plus adds a light meal, Premier a hot meal, lounge access and flexible exchanges.
- Tickets go on sale up to about 6 months ahead; fares rise as the train fills up.
Arriving in Amsterdam
- You arrive at Amsterdam Centraal, in the city centre. Trams, metro and ferries leave right outside; you can pay with a contactless bank card.
Sources: Eurostar: when to arrive at the station · Eurostar Help Centre: EU Entry/Exit System · Eurostar: luggage allowances · The Man in Seat 61: London to Amsterdam by Eurostar. Checked on 9 November 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from London to Amsterdam?
The fastest train takes 4h04; the typical journey is 4h18.
Is there a direct train from London to Amsterdam?
Yes. 5 of the 9 connections we found on a regular Tuesday run without a change.
What time is the first and last train from London to Amsterdam?
On a regular Tuesday the first connection leaves at 06:16 and the last at 18:04 (London time).
Which station does the train from London to Amsterdam leave from?
The fastest connection leaves from London St Pancras and arrives at Amsterdam Centraal.
Where can I book a train ticket to Amsterdam?
You can compare prices at Omio. Eurostar fares rise as the train fills up, and tickets go on sale about 6 months ahead.
How early should I be at St Pancras for the Eurostar to Amsterdam?
Eurostar recommends 75 minutes before departure in Standard and Plus, and 45 minutes in Premier. Gates close 30 minutes (Premier: 15 minutes) before departure.
Do I need to register for EES on the train from London to Amsterdam?
If you are not an EU citizen, yes: since the gradual start on 12 October 2025 non-EU travellers, including British citizens, register a face photo and fingerprints at border control in St Pancras. It is free and needs no advance application.
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Timetables: our own journey planner (MOTIS) on open timetable data from SNCF, DB (DELFI), NS (OpenOV), NMBS/SNCB, Eurostar, SBB/opentransportdata.swiss, Trenitalia France and Renfe. Method and sources.