How to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam

There are 3 options to travel between Southend-on-Sea and Amsterdam including taking a train, flight, and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam is a ferry with an average price of €112.

This is compared to other travel options from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam:

A ferry is €135 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam costing on average €247.

A ferry is €313 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam costing on average €424.

The fastest way to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam is by train with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 9m.

Ferry takes on average 8h 32m.

The distance from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam is approximately 187 miles (301 km).

The average frequency per day from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam is:

• Around 61 flights per day.
• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 2 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southend-on-Sea and Amsterdam as scheduled services by train, flight, and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam:

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
• Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
• Ferries mostly depart from Harwich International Port and arrive in Port of Hoek van Holland.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Stena Line to go to Amsterdam by ferry.
• Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, easyJet, British Airways, Qatar Airways, BA Cityflyer, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Swiss, Air Dolomiti, ITA, Indigo Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Amsterdam by flight.
• Travel with Eurostar to go to Amsterdam by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.
• 30 direct flights per day with KLM, easyJet, British Airways, BA Cityflyer, KLM Cityhopper.
• 3 direct trains per day with Eurostar.

Omio customers who travel from Southend-on-Sea to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Amsterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise for scenic views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets, art galleries, and cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a variety of goods and Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience for an interactive brewery tour, or discover the NEMO Science Museum, a hands-on science center. Don't miss the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum for art, the historic Anne Frank House, the urban Vondelpark, and Dam Square featuring the Royal Palace.

Three to four days are ideal for exploring Amsterdam's main attractions, enjoying its museums, and experiencing its vibrant culture.