London

The Eurostar runs directly from Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Brussels through the Channel Tunnel into central London. Passport and security checks are completed before boarding on the continent, allowing you to walk straight out into the city upon arrival. Main departure and boarding stations for the Eurostar include:

• Brussels-South (Midi) (1h 56m, direct)
• Antwerp Central (3h 10m, 1 transfer)
• Rotterdam Central (3h 19m, direct)
• Amsterdam Central (4h 07m, direct)

Cross-channel rail fares start at €44.00 when booked 3 to 6 months ahead. Last-minute seats frequently climb to €175.00 — securing tickets early saves an average of 75% (€131 per person). Surface alternatives include Flixbus or the overnight Hoek van Holland – Harwich ferry.

The train pulls into St Pancras International at King's Cross. From the Eurostar concourse, you can connect directly to the TfL Underground (The Tube) across six tube lines serving Soho, Covent Garden, and the City, or grab a rental cycle from Santander Cycles.

Driving to the UK requires roughly 5h 12m of travel time (~447 km). In addition to €57 in fuel (assuming 6.5 L/100 km, or ~€34 for EV charging (19 kWh/100 km)), account for around €95 in tolls (Eurotunnel Le Shuttle or DFDS/P&O ferry to Dover plus Dartford Crossing (£2.50)) and parking (€50 per day in the city center (or ~€15 per day at a peripheral P+R)). For a weekend trip (round-trip fuel, any tolls, and 48 hours of central parking), total driving costs amount to ~€404 (~€358 for an electric car). Take note of London's London Congestion Charge (£15/day) and Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ, £12.50/day). EV charge points can be located via this link.