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The National Gallery
One of the world’s great art museums, housing major European paintings from the 13th to early 20th centuries. Ideal for first-time visitors and a clear priority for classic art lovers.
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Cheapest price
$190
Average price
$343
Fastest journey
4h 12m
Average duration
5h 50m
Trains per day
42
Distance
357 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 236 miles (380 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
$176 Average price | $232 Average price | $107 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport:
A ferry is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $107 (€88).
A ferry is $84 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $176 (€144).
A ferry is $141 (€116) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $232 (€191).
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 20m.
Ferry takes on average 8h 23m.
Bus takes on average 13h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9125 · 9322 | 8:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9125 | 8:40 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h17 | 11:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9328 · 9135 | 9:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h47 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9135 · 9328 | 9:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 5h30 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 9153 | 10:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 9h57 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 9135 | 10:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h54 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9528+ 9149 | 10:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h54 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9334 · 9135 | 10:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h47 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9135 · 9434 | 10:10 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h47 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
1728+ 9334 · 9149 | 10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h42 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1728+ 9334 · 9135 | 10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h42 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1728+ 9434 · 9149 | 10:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h42 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
9334 · 9135 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9434 · 9135 | 10:27 AM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 9153 | 11:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h57 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 9149 | 11:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h54 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9532+ 9163 | 11:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 11h24 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9346 · 9143 | 12:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 3:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9143 | 12:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h17 | 3:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9544+ 9153 | 2:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h57 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9544+ 9163 | 2:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h24 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9544+ 9149 | 2:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h54 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9149 · 9358 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h47 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9149 · 9458 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h47 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9153 · 9358 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h50 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9458 · 9153 | 2:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h50 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
1744+ 9358 · 9149 | 2:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h42 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1744+ 9458 · 9163 | 2:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h12 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1744+ 9458 · 9149 | 2:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h42 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
9358 · 9153 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 5h33 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9458 · 9153 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 5h33 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9358 · 9149 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9149 · 9458 | 2:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 4h30 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9548+ 9163 | 3:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h24 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9548+ 9153 | 3:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h57 | 7:00 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9548+ 9157 | 3:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5h54 | 7:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9157 | 4:40 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4h17 | 7:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9376 · 9163 | 5:10 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5h17 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9163 · 9376 | 5:27 PM Schiphol Airport | 5h00 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9560+ 9163 | 6:03 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h24 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
1760+ 9482 · 9163 | 6:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h12 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1760+ 9382 · 9163 | 6:15 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h12 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
9512+ 9135 | 6:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 8h54 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9512+ 9117 | 6:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 4h54 | 9:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9512+ 9129 | 6:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h54 | 12:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 9129 | 7:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h54 | 12:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 9149 | 7:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 11h54 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
9516+ 9135 | 7:03 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h54 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
1716+ 9916 · 9149 | 7:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 11h42 | 5:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1716+ 9129 · 9916 | 7:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 6h42 | 12:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
1716+ 9135 · 9916 | 7:15 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 7h42 | 1:57 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 17:40. The fastest train covers the 236 miles (380 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 236 miles (380 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 5:40 PM |
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Discover the best of London Heathrow Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London Heathrow Airport trip today.
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Heathrow is costly for food and drinks. Airport dining and coffee are priced above the UK average, though chain outlets offer cheaper options.
Service is often included at sit-down restaurants. If not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. No tip is expected for counter service; round up taxis if helpful.
Official public transport app
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 -> Paddington Station
The train connection between Amsterdam and London Heathrow Airport offers a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two cities. Passengers can enjoy seamless transfers with NS International, IC Brussel, and Eurostar providing excellent service on this route. With comfortable seating, onboard amenities, and stunning views along the journey, travelers will find it an enjoyable experience as they traverse through picturesque landscapes while heading towards their destination.
The train connection from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport takes approximately 4 hours and 39 minutes. There is 1 direct connection available per day, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to reach the airport without any transfers.
The first daily train journey departs from Amsterdam at 07:02, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore. The last departure of the day is scheduled for 20:28, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their activities before heading back.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport is €86. The average ticket price tends to be higher, around €236.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
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 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. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Schiphol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Grand Café Plaza, Café Rembrandt, Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol Airport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schiphol Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol Airport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, CitizenM Schiphol Airport.
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