The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
$221
Average price
$295
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Amsterdam will cost around $295 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $221.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Stansted Airport for Amsterdam on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 320 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and ferry for London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €67, and a train costs an average of €58.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€173 Average price | €124 Average price | €89 Average price Cheapest |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:34 PM London Stansted Airport | 4h46 | 9:20 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:04 PM London Stansted Airport | 4h16 | 9:20 PM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
![]() | 5:16 AM London Stansted Airport | 4h04 | 9:20 AM Amsterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 17:04 |
Train companies: Eurostar, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam trainsEurostar, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Amsterdam from $47 (€38). 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 Stansted Airport to Amsterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Stansted Airport to Amsterdam
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- 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.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access via Europaplein.
- Restaurant As
- Restaurant Riva
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Novotel Amsterdam City
- Holiday Inn Amsterdam
- Motel One Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- 284 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available 24/7. Access via Julianaplein.
- Restaurant Amstelle
- Café Restaurant Dauphine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- true
- Amstel Hotel
- citizenM Amsterdam Amstel Hotel
- InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line 51, Line 53, Line 54
- Bus: Several lines available
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