With direct high-speed trains to Amsterdam and Rotterdam, it’s a smoother alternative to flying, with no airport transfers, no long queues, and no hidden luggage costs. It’s a seamless city-centre to city-centre journey, so customers can arrive relaxed and ready for business or leisure.
Fast and flexible travel options
With regular departures throughout the day, customers can travel when it suits them.
Key benefits:
- Direct trains from London to Amsterdam and Rotterdam
- Up to five departures a day on weekdays and Sundays
Journey times:
- London to Rotterdam in around 3hrs 26mins
- London to Amsterdam in around 4hrs 12mins
With no check-in queues or transfers, Eurostar often offers a faster and more convenient door-to-door journey than flying.
Go greener with Eurostar
Eurostar gives customers the option to travel with lower emissions – without compromising on comfort.
What makes the difference:
- Up to 95% less CO₂ emissions compared to flying
- Lower overall environmental impact
- A target of powering its trains using 100% renewable energy by 2030
It’s the goal at Eurostar to make train travel an even better way to explore more by lowering carbon emissions, increasing circularity and growing connections.
Comfort and convenience onboard
Whether working, unwinding or simply enjoying the view, travelers can settle in from the moment they board.
Onboard highlights:
- Comfortable seats with plenty of legroom
- Spacious tables for working or dining
- A calm, productive travel environment
Eurostar Premier offers more space, added comfort and meals served at your seat, made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Special dietary meals can also be ordered ahead.
A new generation of travel is on the way
Eurostar Celestia fleet introduces a new era of high-speed travel, with a next-generation fleet set to launch from 2031 onwards. These modern double-decker trains are designed to deliver more space, comfort and choice for travelers.
What Celestia brings:
- Double-decker trains offering more space and a new travel experience
- Up to 20% more capacity for greater availability
- A redesigned onboard environment focused on comfort and convenience
- Direct connections to new destinations such as Geneva and Frankfurt
- Continued focus on more sustainable high-speed travel
With the arrival of Celestia, customers can look forward to a more connected and comfortable way to travel across Europe.
A smarter way to travel
With fast journey times, frequent departures, and a strong focus on sustainability, Eurostar provides a compelling alternative to flying.
Why it stands out:
- Flexible and frequent trains
- Efficient and hassle-free travel
- A more sustainable choice
- A comfortable onboard experience
Eurostar enables customers to travel between the UK and the Netherlands in a way that is simple, reliable, and better suited to modern travel needs.
Calculations taken from an independent study carried out by EcoRes SCRL in November 2024.