The cheapest and fastest trains from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Cheapest price
$229
Average price
$239
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Airport Schiphol will cost around $239 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $229.
It's difficult to get from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol without transferring at least 3 times.
10:20 AM5h47London City Airport4:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2291One-way3 transfers
2:20 PM5h47London City Airport8:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2291One-way3 transfers
5:21 PM5h46London City Airport11:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2291One-way3 transfers
12:20 AM10h47London City Airport11:07 AMSchiphol Airport$2541One-way3 transfers
7:36 AM5h31London City Airport1:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2541One-way3 transfers
7:36 AM5h31London City Airport1:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2541One-way3 transfers
5:21 PM5h46London City Airport11:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2291One-way3 transfers
10:20 AM5h47London City Airport4:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2291One-way3 transfers
2:20 PM5h47London City Airport8:07 PMSchiphol Airport$2291One-way3 transfers
12:20 AM10h47London City Airport11:07 AMSchiphol Airport$2541One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, bus, and ferry for London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $133.
Distance: 208 miles (336 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$256 Average price | $176 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 51m 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 Airport Schiphol:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol costing on average $101 (€81).
A bus is $112 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol costing on average $176 (€141).
A bus is $192 (€154) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol costing on average $256 (€205).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 59m.
Ferry takes on average 7h 41m.
Bus takes on average 11h 35m.
You'll arrive about 2h 52m sooner (3h 59m by train vs 6h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $256 (€205) compared to roughly $53 (€42) 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.
Live departures
London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol train times
The table below shows live departures for London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 AM London City Airport | 10h47 | 11:07 AM Schiphol Airport | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:36 AM London City Airport | 5h31 | 1:07 PM Schiphol Airport | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:20 AM London City Airport | 5h47 | 4:07 PM Schiphol Airport | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:20 PM London City Airport | 5h47 | 8:07 PM Schiphol Airport | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:21 PM London City Airport | 5h46 | 11:07 PM Schiphol Airport | 3 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol by train, flight, bus, or ferry
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Why book with Omio vs Eurostar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Eurostar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Dockland Light Railway (DLR) to find the best option for your trip from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, flight, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Trains from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€106) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:16, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (336 km) distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 208 miles (336 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€106) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 8:16 AM |
Last train 5:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Eurostar, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trainsEurostar, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) trains will get you between London City Airport and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from $44 (€35). 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 London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London City Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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