Business travel to London with Eurostar

  • Change or cancel free of charge up to 48 hours after departure
  • No luggage fees — 3 pieces plus a handbag permitted
  • Work uninterrupted from departure to arrival

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Business travel to London begins and ends in the heart of the city. With Eurostar you travel in approximately 4 hours directly from Amsterdam Centraal or Rotterdam Centraal to London St Pancras International Station. No changes, no airport — just board and make the most of your travel time.

Eurostar Premier:1st class for the business traveller

Eurostar Premier is the business class train to London for the professional who combines comfort with efficiency. A meal is served at your seat, prepared by Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc and tailored to the time of day. Spacious seats, international newspapers and magazines, power sockets and USB ports at every seat. No additional luggage fees — with Eurostar Premier you may bring an extra piece of luggage.

NS International Lounge and Eurostar Business Lounge

As an Eurostar Premier traveller, you have free access to the NS International Lounge at Amsterdam Centraal and Rotterdam Centraal. Work quietly, read the paper or enjoy a complimentary drink before you board. On your journey, you also have access to the Eurostar Business Lounge at Brussels-South/Midi and London St Pancras International. Your business day begins and ends in comfort.

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Eurostar Corporate Fares

Do you travel regularly to London for business with Eurostar? Ask your organisation whether Eurostar Corporate Fares is available. Through this programme, companies benefit from exclusive discounts on Eurostar Premier and Eurostar Plus tickets, a free ticket or upgrade after every 15 return journeys and — for larger travel budgets — a dedicated account manager. 

Registration is free and can be done directly via Eurostar. 

More about Eurostar Corporate Fares

Travel time direct train to and from London

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Amsterdam - London 4.20 hrs Content Content Content
Rotterdam - London 3.29 hrs Content Content Content
London - Rotterdam 3.28 hrs Content Content Content
London - Amsterdan 4.13 hrs Content Content Content

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Benefits for the business traveller

  • Check-in closes just 15 minutes before departure — plenty of time
  • No luggage fees — 3 pieces plus a handbag permitted
  • Fully flexible: change or cancel free of charge up to 48 hours after departure
  • Travel time as working time: Wi-Fi, power sockets and USB on board
  • Direct arrival at London St Pancras International Station — surrounded by underground, bus and taxi
  • Pay on account with the NS Business Card

With Eurostar Premier, you can change or cancel your ticket free of charge up to 48 hours after the scheduled departure time. Has your meeting been rescheduled? Change your ticket and pay only any fare difference. Has your appointment been cancelled? You will receive a full refund.

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Frequently asked questions about business travel to London

How long does the Eurostar from Amsterdam to London take?
From Amsterdam Centraal the journey takes approximately 4.20 hours. From Rotterdam Centraal the journey time is 3.29 hours. Both services are direct — no change required. View current journey times
Can I change my Eurostar Premier ticket if my meeting is rescheduled?
Yes. With Eurostar Premier you can change or cancel free of charge up to 48 hours after the scheduled departure time. Has your meeting been rescheduled? Change your ticket and pay only any fare difference. Has your appointment been cancelled? You will receive a full refund. View full fare information
How early do I need to check in for the Eurostar to London?
Check-in opens 90 minutes before departure. With an Eurostar Premier ticket, the ticket gates close just 15 minutes before departure — you have plenty of time. With Standard or Plus, the gates close 30 minutes before departure. More about check-in
Does the Eurostar travel directly from Amsterdam to London?
Yes. Eurostar departs directly from Amsterdam Centraal and Rotterdam Centraal to London St Pancras International Station. No change required.
What are the benefits of an Eurostar Premier ticket for business travellers?
With Eurostar Premier you travel in 1st class with meals served at your seat, spacious seating, international newspapers and magazines, an extra piece of luggage at no additional cost and full flexibility: free changes and cancellations up to 48 hours after departure. You also have access to the NS International Lounge and the Eurostar Business Lounge.
Is catering included with Eurostar Premier?
Yes. With Eurostar Premier a meal is served at your seat, tailored to the time of day and prepared by Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc.
Are power sockets available in Eurostar Premier?
Yes. At every seat in Eurostar Premier you will find a European power socket, a British power socket and a USB port. Work uninterrupted throughout the entire journey.
Can I use the Eurostar Business Lounge at St Pancras or Brussels-South?
Yes. With an Eurostar Premier ticket you have free access to the Eurostar Business Lounge at London St Pancras International and Brussels-South/Midi. In Amsterdam and Rotterdam you also have access to the NS International Lounge.
Is luggage included with a business Eurostar ticket?
With Eurostar Premier you may bring 3 pieces of regular luggage plus a handbag. There is no weight limit — as long as you can carry it yourself, you may bring it.
Can I pay for my Eurostar ticket with the NS Business Card?
Can I pay for my Eurostar ticket with the NS Business Card? Yes. With the NS Business Card you book your Eurostar tickets and pay on account — practical for business expenses. More about the NS Business Card

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International booking via NS-Business Card

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Eurostar to London

Eurostar is the high-speed train that connects Amsterdam and London.