Need pet transport from London to Amsterdam? PetVoyage provides a professional door-to-door pet taxi service from any London address to Amsterdam, Netherlands via the Eurotunnel and through France and Belgium.
Why Choose PetVoyage for London to Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is one of Europe's most pet-friendly cities, and whether you are relocating, going on holiday, or sending your pet to family, our London to Amsterdam pet transport service offers:
- Door-to-door collection from any London postcode — Central, North, South, East, West and Greater London
- Climate-controlled vehicle throughout the entire journey
- DEFRA Type 2 authorised transporter with CRB-checked drivers
- Your pet travels comfortably — not as cargo or freight
- Owners welcome to accompany their pet at no extra charge
- Regular comfort breaks for water, exercise and toilet stops
The Route: London to Amsterdam
Our tried-and-tested route takes your pet safely from London to Amsterdam:
- Collection from London — We pick up from your address at the agreed time
- Drive to Folkestone — Approximately 1 hour via the M20
- Eurotunnel crossing — 35 minutes through the Channel Tunnel. Your pet stays in the vehicle the entire time
- Drive through France — Via Calais and Dunkirk along the coast
- Through Belgium — Past Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp
- Into the Netherlands — Via Breda and the A2 motorway
- Delivery to Amsterdam — To your specified address anywhere in the city
Pet Documentation for the Netherlands
The Netherlands follows standard EU pet travel regulations. Your pet requires:
- Microchip — ISO 15-digit compliant, implanted before rabies vaccination
- Rabies vaccination — Administered at least 21 days before travel
- Animal Health Certificate (AHC) — Issued by an Official Veterinarian within 10 days of travel. Valid for up to 6 months for onward EU travel and return to GB
- Tapeworm treatment (dogs only) — Given 1-5 days before entry to the EU
We can guide you through every step of the documentation process. Contact us for advice.
Amsterdam Area Coverage
We deliver to all areas across Amsterdam and surroundings:
- Amsterdam Centrum, Jordaan, De Pijp, Oud-West
- Amsterdam Noord, Oost, West, Zuid, Nieuw-West
- Amstelveen, Diemen, Zaandam, Purmerend
- Haarlem, Hoofddorp, Schiphol area
- Almere, Hilversum, Utrecht (additional charge may apply)
London Collection Areas
We collect from every London borough and postcode including:
- Central London — Westminster, City of London, Camden, Islington
- South London — Wandsworth, Lambeth, Lewisham, Greenwich, Croydon
- North London — Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Hackney
- East London — Tower Hamlets, Newham, Redbridge, Barking
- West London — Ealing, Hounslow, Richmond, Hammersmith
- Greater London — Bromley, Bexley, Havering, Sutton, Kingston
Why Amsterdam Is Great for Pets
Amsterdam is one of the most pet-friendly cities in Europe. Dogs are welcome in many restaurants, cafes, and on public transport. The city has abundant parks including Vondelpark, Amsterdamse Bos, and Westerpark where your dog can run free.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the London to Amsterdam pet journey take?
The total journey from London to Amsterdam takes approximately 8-10 hours, including the Eurotunnel crossing, driving through France and Belgium, and comfort breaks for your pet.
Can I travel alongside my pet on the London to Amsterdam route?
Absolutely! Owners are welcome to accompany their pet on the journey at no additional cost. Your pet will never travel as cargo.
Do you also go to other Dutch cities?
Yes! We provide pet transport to Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Groningen and all other Dutch cities. Get a quote for your destination.
What about the return journey — Amsterdam to London?
We offer the same professional service from Amsterdam back to London. View Amsterdam to London route.
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The Three Belgian Sections of the London-Amsterdam Drive
The drive from Calais to Amsterdam splits naturally into three Belgian sections, each with its own character. Coastal Flanders (Calais to Bruges, ~1 hour): flat, fast, and reliably trafic-light outside summer Friday evenings. Central Flanders (Bruges to Antwerp, ~1.5 hours): heavier traffic around the Antwerp ring road during morning and evening peaks. Border crossing into the Netherlands (Antwerp to Amsterdam, ~1.5 hours): dual carriageway throughout, light traffic outside Dutch peak hours. We time our journeys to clear Antwerp before 16:00 or after 19:00; the ring road can add 45 minutes during rush hour.
Multi-Pet Households Travelling London to Amsterdam
We routinely move two- and three-pet households on this corridor. Common configurations: two cats from a London flat to an Amsterdam apartment; one dog plus one cat; mixed-age dogs from a breeder shipment; and rabbit-plus-dog moves. Each species gets its own secure travel zone in our vehicles. Cross-species moves require slightly longer comfort breaks because each species has different rest needs — cats prefer to remain in carriers while dogs benefit from leash walks.
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