Only a few days and one flight separate you to the most vibrant cities in Europe: Amsterdam! Whether you are going there for a holiday or a business trip, you may need to know how to get from Amsterdam Airport to the City Centre.
If airports scare you a little bit, in Amsterdam you don’t have to worry! Schiphol Airport, in fact, is a very efficient hub as it uses the one-terminal concept. The building has one main terminal that is divided into halls (1,2 and 3). This composition makes it a comfortable and easy airport to cross the airport.
Kickoff your day by choosing the best solution to get from Airport to Nh Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to the City Centre!
Officially, there are 3 potential alternatives to reach Amsterdam City Centre, but many tour guides forget to mention Uber.
Like in almost all the airports in the world, even Amsterdam Airport faces the classic conflict between official taxis and private transfers.
Regarding Uber’s rates, a run from Amsterdam Airport to Amsterdam Central costs about €30-40. Yes, it’s much more affordable than ordinary taxis.
To get more information about this service, please visit the Uber official website.
Taking a taxi is certainly the fastest and most convenient way to leave Amsterdam airport and head to the hotel or Airbnb you have booked.
Taxi drivers can also help you load your luggage into the car and give you useful tips on the city.
Amsterdam Airport to City Centre: taxi fare
The journey takes approximately 35 minutes (or less during off-peak hours) and costs about €40-50.
If you are traveling on a tight budget, taking a taxi is not the ideal solution. On the other hand, it might be perfect if you are visiting the city with a group of friends or your family because you can share the cost.
Recognizing an official taxi in Amsterdam is very easy, but you have to keep in mind that in Holland, there are no yellow taxis!
The typical Dutch taxi is a dark Tesla car with a blue number plate and roof lights.
Remember to reach the proper line outside the main hall of the airport to get in your taxi (the queue can also be very long during rush hours).
A traditional taxi can carry up to 4 people with 3 pieces of luggage. If you have more suitcases or are touring with a larger group, it is better to take a taxi bus.
Booking the service online can cost you much more (about €55).
Take note: taxis may apply extra charges usually from late-night runs, luggage or if you are traveling during public holidays.
Avoid getting into taxis that randomly pass in front of the airport. They could not be official and can charge you a lot!
Click here to get more information about approved taxis at Schiphol Airport.
If you head outside door C or D, in between, you will see a red van where you can purchase tickets to get on 397 the public bus that leads you to the City Centre.
You can buy a one-way ticket or alternatively, the Amsterdam Pass, which gets you limitless access to the bus and the boat tours for the entire duration of your pass.
Before choosing the bus as an option to reach the central district, remember two important things:
Schiphol Airport – Schiphol Knooppunt Noord – Schiphol Cateringweg – Amsterdam Anderlechtlaan – Amsterdam Amstelveenseweg – Amsterdam Olympisch Stadion – Amsterdam Haarlemmermeerstation – Amsterdam Emmastraat – Amsterdam Museumplein – Amsterdam Rijksmuseum – Amsterdam Leidseplein – Amsterdam Busstation Elandsgracht.
Line 397 operates every day from 7:04 AM to 7:04 AM and departs every 7,5 minutes from bus stop B17. At night you’ll find bus N97.
A 397 bus ticket costs € 6,50 (one-way) and € 11,25 (return). If you buy a return ticket in advance, it will be valid for 14 days. Tickets are also available online.
Are you visiting Amsterdam during the Tulip Festival? Good news for you! If you have purchased the Tulip Festival Card, you can get on 397 bus for free!
Schiphol has a convenient railway station, which is also very easy to reach – just follow the signs you can find almost everywhere!
You can buy your travel ticket directly at the train station. Before the turnstiles, you’ll find yellow ticket machines that will print out your ticket in a few seconds.
Remember to validate your ticket before entering the platform (using the smaller yellow machines) and to check out at the end of the journey.
In addition to the usual ticket, you can also buy an OV-chip card that you can use on any public transportations in the entire country. Don’t forget that from the airport you need to have at least 20€ on the OV-chip card.
To find the right platform, just read the information that appears on the big screen at the station.
Trains from Schiphol Airport leave every hour (trains depart from 6am to midnight). From midnight onwards there is only one train every hour.
Prices
Get other information about car rental services, electric cars, hotel shuttles, and door to door cargo services.
Check here the view Amsterdam subway map.
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