How to get to Amsterdam from Birmingham

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Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £424.

Distance: 460 km

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£424

Average Price

£32

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Cheapest

£87

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£69

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5h 29m

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Fastest

3h 29m

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2h 0m

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6h 41m

Average total duration

6h 11m

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30m

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14h 53m

Average total duration

14h 23m

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30m

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8h 31m

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Amsterdam is a train with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Amsterdam:

A train is £55 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Birmingham to Amsterdam costing on average £87.

A train is £392 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Amsterdam costing on average £424.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 29m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 41m.

Coach takes on average 14h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Birmingham and Amsterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 2m sooner (3h 29m by flight vs 8h 31m by car). Tickets start at around £424 compared to roughly £69 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Birmingham to Amsterdam

How to get to Amsterdam from Birmingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Birmingham to Amsterdam is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:4015h20
    Birmingham
    10:00Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £571One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:4015h20
    Birmingham
    10:00Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £571One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • KLMKL1050
    20:151h10
    Birmingham International Airport
    22:25Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £3441One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    15:3015h30
    Birmingham
    8:00Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £571One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:4015h45
    Birmingham
    10:25Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station)
    £571One-way
    1 change
  • CitizenPlane7844
    20:051h15
    Birmingham International Airport
    22:20Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £681One-way
    0 changes
  • easyJetU27844
    20:051h15
    Birmingham International Airport
    22:20Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £681One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX121+easyJetU22169
    7:3011h50
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    20:20Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £791One-way
    1 change

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Travelling from Birmingham to Amsterdam

The fastest and most convenient way to travel from Birmingham to Amsterdam is to book a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, including transport to the airport from the city centre, check-in and waiting times. It is possible to travel to Amsterdam by bus from Birmingham Coach Station, but this often involves a lengthy stopover in London Victoria Coach Station and an overnight journey through Europe. Travel time can be up to 18 hours. Ticket prices from budget airlines tend to be competitive with coach fares.

Quick Guide to Amsterdam

Must Know: Cycling is the most popular way to travel around Amsterdam. The city is quite flat and filled with over 400 kilometres of bike paths.

Must See: For those interested in Amsterdam’s history and culture, the Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum are a must.

Must Do: Visit one of Amsterdam’s world famous coffee shops or take a cruise in a glass-roofed boat on one of the city’s the 160+ Golden Age canals.

Did you know? About 8,000 bikes get pulled out of the canals each year.

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FAQs: Birmingham to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Amsterdam.

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There are 3 options to travel between Birmingham and Amsterdam including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Amsterdam is a train with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Amsterdam:

A train is £55 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Birmingham to Amsterdam costing on average £87.

A train is £392 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Amsterdam costing on average £424.

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 29m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 41m.

Coach takes on average 14h 53m.

The Birmingham to Amsterdam distance is approximately 460 km.
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 35 flights per day.
  • Around 23 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Amsterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Birmingham International Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, easyJet to go to Amsterdam by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Amsterdam by coach.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Eurocity Direct, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways to go to Amsterdam by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Birmingham to Amsterdam:
  • 6 direct flights per day with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham 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.
To get from Birmingham to Amsterdam, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise to take in the views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets and cosy cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a taste of Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience, an interactive journey through the brewery's history. Discover the NEMO Science Museum for hands-on fun. For the best sights, visit the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum. Relax in Vondelpark or explore Dam Square with its Royal Palace and National Monument.
A three to four-day visit allows you to explore Amsterdam's main attractions, such as the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, and a canal cruise, while also enjoying its charming neighbourhoods and vibrant culture.
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