The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterloo to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterloo to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waterloo to Amsterdam will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Waterloo to Amsterdam you need to make at least one change.
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5741Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Waterloo to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterloo to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £188.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£41 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £505 Average Price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Waterloo to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterloo to Amsterdam trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1958+ 9531 | 07:20 Waterloo | 2h36 | 09:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
1758+ 9315 | 07:50 Waterloo | 3h00 | 10:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
1758+ 9315+ 5741 | 07:50 Waterloo | 2h59 | 10:49 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
1758+ 9415 | 07:50 Waterloo | 3h00 | 10:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
1758+ 9415+ 5741 | 07:50 Waterloo | 2h59 | 10:49 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
4029+ 3308+ 9315 | 07:57 Waterloo | 2h53 | 10:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
4029+ 3308+ 9315+ 5741 | 07:57 Waterloo | 2h52 | 10:49 Amsterdam Zuid | 3 changes | |
1959+ 9535 | 08:20 Waterloo | 2h36 | 10:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
1960+ 9539 | 09:20 Waterloo | 2h36 | 11:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
1961+ 9543 | 10:20 Waterloo | 2h36 | 12:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
1961+ 9329 | 10:20 Waterloo | 3h00 | 13:20 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterloo to Amsterdam
Trains from Waterloo to Amsterdam run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Regional, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct from Waterloo to Amsterdam trainsRegional, Eurostar, Eurocity Direct trains will get you between Waterloo and Amsterdam from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Waterloo to Amsterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterloo 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
Important Stations and Airports in Waterloo and 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.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Schiphol Boulevard.
- Grand Café Plaza
- Café Rembrandt
- Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel
- Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- CitizenM Schiphol Airport
- Cost €15
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2500 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: check-in for flights
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Train: NS Intercity, Sprinter
- Bus: Lines 300, 397, and several others
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