- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$236
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
88
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London will cost around $236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London without transferring at least once.
SPR 8138+
9167
SPR 8352+
9167
SPR 8136+
9157
SPR 8136+
9147
SPR 8438+
9147
9370 · 9157
9364 · 9153
9322 · 9123
9382 · 9167
1860+
9167 · 9382Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $66.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$239 Average price | $115 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration 12h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London costing on average $75 (€75).
A bus is $43 (€43) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London costing on average $115 (€115).
A bus is $166 (€166) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London costing on average $239 (€239).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 18m.
Bus takes on average 12h 24m.
You'll arrive about 2h 19m sooner (4h 16m by train vs 6h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $239 (€239) compared to roughly $108 (€108) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London trains for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:12 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4h45 | 12:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:12 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4h45 | 1:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:42 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 5h15 | 2:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:12 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 5h45 | 3:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:12 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 4h45 | 7:57 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 8110+ 9115 | 5:39 AM Schiphol Airport | 5h18 | 9:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8110+ 9133 | 5:39 AM Schiphol Airport | 9h38 | 2:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8110+ 9416 · 9123 | 5:39 AM Schiphol Airport | 7h18 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
SPR 8210+ 9416 · 9123 | 5:53 AM Schiphol Airport | 7h04 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
SPR 8210+ 9133 | 5:53 AM Schiphol Airport | 9h24 | 2:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8210+ 9115 | 5:53 AM Schiphol Airport | 5h04 | 9:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9512+ 9123 | 6:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h53 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9512+ 9145 | 6:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 11h53 | 4:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8112+ 9133 | 6:10 AM Schiphol Airport | 9h07 | 2:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 9123 | 7:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h53 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 9145 | 7:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 10h53 | 4:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 9141 | 7:04 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 9h53 | 3:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9416 · 9123 | 7:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 5h30 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9123 · 9316 | 7:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 5h30 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8320+ 9147 | 7:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 10h58 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8320+ 9364 · 9153 | 7:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 11h58 | 6:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
SPR 8320+ 9133 | 7:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 7h18 | 2:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8120+ 9364 · 9153 | 8:09 AM Schiphol Airport | 11h48 | 6:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
SPR 8120+ 9133 | 8:09 AM Schiphol Airport | 7h08 | 2:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8120+ 9147 | 8:09 AM Schiphol Airport | 10h48 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8420+ 9147 | 8:18 AM Schiphol Airport | 10h39 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8220+ 9147 | 8:22 AM Schiphol Airport | 10h35 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9123 · 9322 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8322+ 9147 | 8:29 AM Schiphol Airport | 10h28 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8122+ 9147 | 8:39 AM Schiphol Airport | 10h18 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8122+ 9157 | 8:39 AM Schiphol Airport | 12h18 | 7:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
SPR 8122+ 9133 | 8:39 AM Schiphol Airport | 6h38 | 2:17 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€66) but you can travel from only $36 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 16:27. The fastest train covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€66) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 4:27 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
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Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Most Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to London trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
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 storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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