Book early for the best prices on the high-speed Thalys train. You can travel to either Brussels or Paris on Thalys, both of which have direct connections to London by train.
Take advantage of the Eurostar for the fastest connections to London Waterloo Station from Paris or Brussels. The direct trip takes around 3 hours and gives you the opportunity to travel the famed 'Channel Tunnel,' or 'Chunnel.'
Save money by traveling to London from Amsterdam by train and ferry. At around 7 to 8 hours, the trip takes longer, but costs up to 50 percent less than solely taking the train.
Use the GoLondon website for train and ferry availability, as well as for fare information. You can book tickets directly online at a discount.
Save money by booking directly with railway or ferry providers. While travel agencies and tour operators usually have access to train and ferry tickets, it's almost always cheaper to book directly with the provider.
Pick up your tickets at the train station or port to save on shipping charges. Not only will you save money on overseas shipping, but you'll also eliminate the need of carrying valuable tickets in your luggage.
Pick up your tickets from the customer service desk if you pay online with an American credit card. The self-service kiosks in the Netherlands and England only accept credit cards with embedded microchips, which are not widely available in the United States.
