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Amsterdam to Brighton - 10 ways to travel via train, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 10 ways to get from Amsterdam to Brighton by train, car, car train, car ferry or plane

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Train • 5h 48m

Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to London St. Pancras Int. Eurostar
Take the train from London St Pancras International LL to Brighton

£142 - £333

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Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to London Gatwick • 3h 56m

Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to London Gatwick (LGW) AMS - LGW

£37 - £107

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Train via Amsterdam Centraal • 6h

Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to London St Pancras Eurostar Eil
Take the train from London St Pancras International LL to Brighton

£142 - £333

Drive, Eurotunnel • 5h 58m

Drive from Amsterdam to Calais-Fréthun
Take the Eurotunnel from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone
Drive from Folkestone to Brighton

£185 - £210

Drive, car ferry • 7h 11m

Drive from Amsterdam to Calais
Take the car ferry from Calais to Dover
Drive from Dover to Brighton

£121 - £166

Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to London City, train • 4h 58m

Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to London City (LCY) AMS - LCY
Take the train from London Bridge to Brighton

£75 - £227

Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to London Heathrow, train • 5h 17m

Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to London Heathrow (LHR) AMS - LHR
Take the train from London Victoria to Brighton

£54 - £214

Train to Rotterdam, fly to London City, train • 4h 50m

Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Rotterdam Centraal
Fly from Rotterdam (RTM) to London City (LCY) RTM - LCY
Take the train from London Bridge to Brighton

£102 - £490

Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to London Luton, train • 6h 1m

Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to London Luton (LTN) AMS - LTN
Take the train from Luton to Brighton

£68 - £232

Fly Amsterdam Schiphol to Southampton, train • 6h 19m

Fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Southampton (SOU) AMS - SOU
Take the train from Southampton Central to Brighton

£104 - £416

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Netherlands → United Kingdom

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International entry into United Kingdom from Netherlands

Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands

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Allowed for: All visitors with the below exceptions

Restricted for: Foreign nationals that have visited Angola, Argentina, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ecuador, Eswatini, French Guiana, Guyana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Seychelles, South Africa, Suriname, Tanzania, Uruguay, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Burundi, Rwanda and United Arab Emirates in the past 10 days

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Conditions of entry into United Kingdom from Netherlands

10-day mandatory self-quarantine
Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival

This applies to arrivals from Netherlands

Travelers can choose to pay for a private COVID-19 test. The earliest you can take the test while in quarantine is 5 full days after you left a place not on the travel corridor list
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions
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10-day mandatory self-quarantine

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: Ireland, Isle of Man, Guernsey and Jersey

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: Myanmar, Falkland Islands and Saint Helena

Travelers can choose to pay for a private COVID-19 test. The earliest you can take the test while in quarantine is 5 full days after you left a place not on the travel corridor list
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions

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Rules to follow in United Kingdom

Mandatory

Considerations leaving from Netherlands

The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I allowed to travel from Netherlands to United Kingdom?

Yes, but conditions apply when entering United Kingdom from Netherlands.

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What are the travel restrictions in Brighton?

Domestic travel is restricted

Face masks are mandatory
There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
Nationwide control measures in place

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Brighton?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Brighton is 111.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Brighton?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Brighton is mandatory.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Brighton?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 111.

Are there restrictions returning to Netherlands from United Kingdom?

No, but conditions apply when returning to Netherlands from United Kingdom.

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Last updated: 2 Mar 2021
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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Brighton?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Brighton is to fly which costs 40€ - 130€ and takes 3h 56m.

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What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Brighton?

The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Brighton is to fly which costs 40€ - 130€ and takes 3h 56m.

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Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Brighton via London St Pancras International LL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

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How far is it from Amsterdam to Brighton?

The distance between Amsterdam and Brighton is 242 miles.

How do I travel from Amsterdam to Brighton without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs 160€ - 390€.

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How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Brighton?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Amsterdam to Brighton, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Brighton train from?

Amsterdam to Brighton train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

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Train or fly from Amsterdam to Brighton?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Brighton is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs 160€ - 390€. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 40€ - 130€ and takes 3h 56m.

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How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Brighton?

The quickest flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to London Gatwick Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.

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What is the time difference between Amsterdam and Brighton?

Brighton is 1h behind Amsterdam. It is currently 5:27 PM in Amsterdam and 4:27 PM in Brighton.

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Distance: 242.1 miles
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Brighton, England?

You can take a train from Amsterdam to Brighton via London St. Pancras Int. and London St Pancras International LL in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, easyJet and British Airways fly from Amsterdam to Brighton twice daily.

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British Airways