Weekend in London by train
Train journey to London: fast and comfortable
A weekend getaway to London by train is a wonderfully relaxed experience. Thanks to the comfortable Eurostar trains, your London train travel begins the moment you step on board. Whether you are traveling with your family, a group of friends, or your best friend, you will enjoy complete peace and plenty of space. Let your London city trip begin!
Why a train journey to London is the best choice
- Comfortable travel to the heart of the city
- From € 88 return trip
- In 4.20 hrs to the heart of London
- 4 times a day direct connection to London
Are you planning a city trip to London and want to arrive relaxed and refreshed? Then Eurostar is the perfect choice. Your journey begins as soon as you board: the seats are comfortable, and you can easily stretch your legs during the trip. Grab a snack or meal from Café Metropole or bring your own food onboard. In just a few hours, you’ll arrive in central London, without the hassle of airport check-ins or travel to the city centre.
City trip: to and from London by train
The most relaxed way to travel to London for a city trip is by train. Board at your nearest station and travel to Amsterdam or Rotterdam. From Amsterdam you can travel with Eurostar to the heart of London in just 4.20 hours. From Rotterdam it takes 3.29 hours.
Weekend getaway by train to London including hotel
With our tour operator partners we can offer you great packages for train and hotel in London. Would you prefer to book a hotel separately? We have found the 9 best hotels you can book via Booking.com.
How to save on your London weekend getaway
Do you want to and can you book far in advance? Then choose the ticket with the lowest fare. The best rate for the price-conscious travellers.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Your entire city break in London will be a lot cheaper if you go during the week instead of on the weekend. Weekend days are very popular so hotels and often activities are more expensive too. If you choose a city trip London on a weekday, you will really notice the difference in costs.
Top attractions to visit during your London city trip
After the train journey, your city trip to London can really get started! The city is huge and there is so much to see and do that it is impossible to see everything during one city trip to London. However, there are a number of top attractions that you must not miss.
- London Eye: offers a stunning view of the city
- Museums: National Gallery and the British Museum
- Royal places: Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace
- Royal parks: Hyde Park, St. James’s Park and Chelsea Physic Garden
- Theatre & film: West End
- Neighbourhoods to visit: Soho and Chinatown
- See unique walks you can take in London
By train to London
Super-fast, direct Eurostar trains run from Amsterdam to London St Pancras International. You can also travel to London with a transfer in Brussels South/Midi.
| Route | Travel time | Transfer | Header | Header |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam - London | 4.20 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - London | 4.54 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Schiphol - London | 4.24 | 1 | Content | Content |
| The Hague - London | 4.28 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - London | 3.29 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Breda - London | 4.15 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Eindhoven - London | 5.19 | 1 | Content | Content |
| Brussels - London | 2.46 | 0 | Content | Content |
| Groningen - London | 7.09 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Arnhem - London | 5.36 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Nijmegen - London | 5.48 | 2 | Content | Content |
| Tilburg - London | 4.51 | 1 | Content | Content |
Check the journey planner for the most up-to-date overview of departure times and transfers
| Train Amsterdam to city centre | Airplane from Schiphol to Heathrow/ Stansted/ Luton/ Gatwick | Header | Header | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Check in | 0.30 hour | 2 hour | Content | Content |
| Travel time | <!-- [tijd_amsterdam-londen] uur | 1 hour | Content | Content |
| Check out | 0.05 hour | 0.45 hour | Content | Content |
| Transfer | n.v.t. | 1 hour | Content | Content |
| Total travel time | 4.48 hours | 4.45 hours | Content | Content |
London St. Pancras International
On route, you can read, chat, eat or stretch your legs. That way you will arrive at St. Pancras International station relaxed. And immediately you will be at your first tourist attraction. This station is one of London's largest Victorian buildings as well as being a luxurious, contemporary shopping mall.
When you leave the station, you step into the bustling life of London. Want to travel with a characteristic English taxi or do you prefer a double-decker bus? Or go for a walk: from the station, it takes about 45 minutes to reach the very heart of the city. On the way, you will walk through famous culinary and artistic streets and pass by the British Museum. Your city trip will have really started immediately!
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