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Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a flight costs an average of $275.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Flight | Driving |
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$263 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price | $275 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport:
A bus is $40 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport costing on average $104.
A bus is $199 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport costing on average $263.
A bus is $211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport costing on average $275.
Other travel options to London City Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 42m.
Bus takes on average 12h 31m.
You'll arrive about 1h 44m sooner (4h 21m by train vs 6h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $263 compared to roughly $85 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.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
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.
Live departures
Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:40 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h17 | 3:57 PM London City Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport by bus, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport
Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 but you can travel from only $43 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
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Train companies: Eurostar from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport trainsEurostar trains will get you between Amsterdam Centraal and London City Airport from $43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport 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 London City Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport
Most Amsterdam Centraal to London City Airport trains use the Amsterdam Zuid to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Centraal and London City Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
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