- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London City Airport 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 City Airport to Amsterdam will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 3 buses that leave London City Airport for Amsterdam on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 346 km distance in an average of 11 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 11 h 40 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London City Airport to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Ferry | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price | $89 Average price | $171 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London City Airport to Amsterdam:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London City Airport to Amsterdam costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $114 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London City Airport to Amsterdam costing on average $171 (€140).
A bus is $116 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London City Airport to Amsterdam costing on average $173 (€142).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 3m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 45m.
Bus takes on average 10h 27m.
You'll arrive about -4h -21m sooner (10h 27m by bus vs 7h 6m by car) and save roughly $-6.03 (€-4.94) compared to fuel and tolls ($58 (€47) vs $52 (€42)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Infobus, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator TopBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 11h51 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
The table below shows live departures for London City Airport to Amsterdam buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM London City Airport | 11h40 | 9:10 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM London City Airport | 11h30 | 7:00 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM London City Airport | 11h00 | 9:00 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London City Airport to Amsterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 8:30 AM |
Last bus 10:59 PM |
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The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, with essential context on his life, influences, and artistic development.
The historic canal house where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Deeply moving and one of the city’s most important memorial museums.
A beloved canal-side neighborhood with narrow streets, independent shops, brownstone charm, and one of the best atmospheres for wandering.
The Nine Streets is a compact, photogenic shopping and strolling area crossing the canals, popular for boutiques, facades, and classic views.
Amsterdam’s most famous urban park, ideal for walks, cycling, and relaxing, with lawns, ponds, and lively local energy in good weather.
A classic Dutch mash of potatoes with vegetables such as kale, endive, or sauerkraut, often served in winter and closely tied to home-style cooking.
Thick Dutch split pea soup with vegetables and usually smoked sausage or pork, traditionally eaten on cold days and valued as hearty comfort food.
Deep-fried crispy balls filled with a rich ragout, commonly enjoyed in Amsterdam bars with mustard as a beloved borrel snack.
Refined Michelin-starred destination for contemporary Dutch fine dining, known for seasonal ingredients and elegant canal-side ambiance.
Established casual restaurant specializing in classic Dutch comfort food, popular for an accessible introduction to local cuisine.
Well-known Dutch restaurant with a cozy, eclectic interior, famous for traditional home-style dishes such as stamppot and stews.
Amsterdam is pricey by Dutch standards. Hotels, attractions, and dining add up fast, but transit and casual eats can be reasonable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
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