Transfer to/from - Amsterdam Schiphol airport (AMS)

Schiphol Airport has an underground train station, a large bus terminal, and taxi and app-based vehicle stops right in front of Schiphol Plaza. Connections with the city centre and the rest of the country are excellent and operate 24 hours a day.

Trains

This is the fastest and most direct option. The NS (Dutch Railways) station is located directly beneath the terminal. Trains operate 24 hours a day (with a reduced night service, one per hour from 1:00 am).

• Popular Destinations: Amsterdam Centraal (14–17 minutes), Amsterdam Zuid, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and The Hague (Den Haag).
• International: Direct high-speed connections (Thalys, Eurostar, ICE) to Brussels, Paris, London, and several German cities.
• Tickets and Payment: You can buy tickets from the yellow machines located in Schiphol Plaza or use the OVpay system (direct check-in/check-out with your contactless debit/credit card or mobile).

Estimated fare: €5.20 – €6.20 to Amsterdam Centraal (second class).

Journey planner: ns.nl

Buses

The bus terminal is located right outside the Schiphol Plaza exit. It is a convenient option if you are heading to the museum district or specific hotels that are not near the central train station.

Amsterdam Airport Express (Line 397)

This is the service most used by tourists. It connects the airport with central Amsterdam (Leidseplein, Museumplein, Rijksmuseum) in about 30 minutes. It does not go to the Central Station.

Frequency: Every 7–15 minutes during the day.

Night Service (Niteliner N97): Follows a similar route during the early hours, with a frequency of 30 minutes.

Other Regional Lines (Connexxion / R-net)

There are numerous lines connecting peripheral districts, business areas, and nearby towns:

• Amsterdam South and Surroundings: 341 (Station Zuid), 300 (Bijlmer Arena/Haarlem), 397 (Nieuw-Vennep).
• Schiphol-Rijk / Oost / Hotels: 180, 181, 186, 199, 287.
• Badhoevedorp / Lijnden: 194, 195.
• Amstelveen / Aalsmeer / Uithoorn: 342, 186, 199.
• Night Lines: N30 (Haarlem/Bijlmer), N42 (Uithoorn), N90, N95.

Payment: It is recommended to use OVpay (contactless) or purchase the “Amsterdam Travel Ticket” if you plan to use public transport extensively.

Amsterdam Travel Ticket

This integrated ticket is ideal for short visits. It includes the train journey (second class) or bus (397) to/from Schiphol and unlimited travel on Amsterdam’s public transport (GVB: trams, metros, buses) for 1, 2, or 3 days.

Estimated prices: 1 day (€18.00), 2 days (€24.00), 3 days (€30.00).

Taxis and App-based Services

Always follow the official signs to the taxi ranks and avoid drivers offering services inside the arrivals hall (illegal solicitations).

• Official Taxis: Located in front of Schiphol Plaza. All use a taximeter. A trip to central Amsterdam costs between €40.00 and €80.00 and takes around 20–25 minutes.
• Uber / Bolt: You must request the ride through the app. The official pick-up point for app-based services is usually located in the designated “App Pick-up” area, between stops E1 and E6 (follow the exact instructions in your app, as the location may vary due to works). Estimated fare from €45.00 – €55.00.

Car Sharing

If you prefer to drive yourself for a short journey, you can use car-sharing services. SHARE NOW and SIXT share vehicles are generally located in the World Trade Center (WTC) car park, connected to the terminal by a covered walkway (approx. 5–10 minutes on foot).

• SHARE NOW
• SIXT share