Reaching the Netherlands by train from the UK is easier than you might think, thanks to the Eurostar and frequent onward connections. With a simple same-station interchange at Brussels-Midi, it's possible to travel from London to most Dutch cities in less than 6 hours, sometimes much less.

Amsterdam is among the most popular destinations in Europe for reaching by train. The London to Amsterdam route was popularised by the excellent 'Any Dutch Station' fare, but sadly it's been discontinued from winter 2012. In its place is the high-speed Thalys which connects Brussels to Amsterdam and other Dutch cities. Trains to the Netherlands are fast, frequent and comfortable, and the Netherlands' location in makes it a perfect stepping stone for reaching other parts of Europe by train, thanks to a high-speed network that extends to Germany, Belgium and France.