How to get to Amsterdam from Colchester

There are 2 options to travel between Colchester and Amsterdam including taking a flight and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from Colchester to Amsterdam is a train with an average price of £30.

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

A train is £61 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Colchester to Amsterdam costing on average £91.

A train is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Colchester to Amsterdam costing on average £349.

The fastest way to travel from Colchester to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 28m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 57m.

Ferry takes on average 8h 36m.

The Colchester to Amsterdam distance is approximately 277 km.

The average frequency per day from Colchester to Amsterdam is:

• Around 71 flights per day.
• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 2 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Colchester to Amsterdam:

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
• Trains mostly depart from Colchester station (COL) 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 Colchester to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

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

Yes, there are direct services available from Colchester to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.
• 37 direct flights per day with easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, KLM, British Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Colchester 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 Colchester to Amsterdam, you can choose from several travel options including flight and ferry.

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.