Transportation from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to the city center of Amsterdam
The center of Amsterdam is approximately 20 kilometers from the airport. You have several options for traveling from the airport to the city center.
Transportation Summary
| Fastest Transportation (Recommended) | Train | Tickets from 3.9£ (4.6 EUR) |
| Cheapest Transportation | Bus Line 69 | Tickets from 3.0£ (3.5 EUR) |
| Most Comfortable Transportation | Taxi from Gettransfer | Order taxi from 31.7£ (36.9 EUR) |
| Most Flexible Transportation | Car Rental | Rent a car |
Train
The fastest way to reach the center of Amsterdam is by train. The train platform is directly at the airport and can be easily accessed from the arrivals hall. Trains run 24 hours a day, very frequently (every few minutes during the day, once an hour at night). The train journey to Amsterdam Central Station takes about 15 minutes, and tickets can be purchased from the yellow machines for 4.7£ (5.5 EUR) or for 3.9£ (4.6 EUR) online. Don't forget to validate your ticket on the platform before boarding the train. Detailed information and schedules can be found here.
Besides a single ticket, you can also purchase an “Amsterdam Travel Ticket” where you can choose between a 1-day (14.6£ (17 EUR)), 2-day (19.3£ (22.50 EUR)), and 3-day (24.0£ (28 EUR)) ticket.
Bus
An alternative and slightly cheaper way to get to the center of Amsterdam is bus line 69 to Sloterdijk station. The ticket costs 3.0£ (3.5 EUR) and the journey takes 50 minutes. The first bus to the airport departs at 4:30 AM, and the last one from the airport at 1:00 AM. We recommend taking the train (and purchasing tickets online).
Taxi and Uber
The most comfortable option is to use the services of Gettransfer. The ride can be booked online, and you know the price in advance. Upon request, it is possible to arrange for a child seat, for example. Drivers are usually friendlier and more accommodating than regular taxis. Prices start at 31.7£ (36.9 EUR). An alternative is a taxi or Uber.
Car Rental
The most flexible option to get to the center is by renting a car. A comprehensive comparison of all offers can be found on the online portal Rentalcars.
Night Transportation
You can reach the center even at night. Train connections run every hour. Alternatively, you can use the services of Gettransfer or Uber.
Transportation from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam
Rotterdam is 60 kilometers away from the airport. You can compare all transportation options here.
The fastest way to get to Rotterdam is by train from the station directly at the airport, the journey takes 30 - 50 minutes and costs 11.6£ (13.40 EUR). Tickets can be purchased here.
The cheapest transportation is by bus with Flixbus, with tickets starting at 5.2£ (6 EUR). The travel time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The most flexible option to get to Rotterdam is by rental car. A comprehensive comparison of all offers can be found on the online portal Rentalcars.
You can order a taxi through Gettransfer for a price starting at 58.8£ (68 EUR). The travel time is approximately 40 minutes.
Transportation from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Eindhoven
Eindhoven is located approximately 130 kilometers from the airport. You can compare all transportation options here.
The fastest way to get to Eindhoven is by train from the station directly at the airport. The ticket costs 21.70 EUR. Tickets can be purchased here.
The cheapest transportation option is the bus operated by Flixbus, with tickets starting at 12 EUR. The travel time is 1 hour and 25 minutes. However, the departure is directly from Amsterdam.
The most flexible option to get to Rotterdam is by renting a car. A comprehensive comparison of all offers can be found on the online portal Rentalcars.
You can order a taxi through Gettransfer for a price starting from 130 EUR. The travel time is approximately 80 minutes.
Amsterdam
| Cheapest Transport | Bus | Approximately 3.9£ (4.1 EUR) |
| Most Flexible Transport | Car Rental | Reserve a Car |
| Most Comfortable Transport | Taxi | Order a Taxi |
Bus
You can conveniently search for connections and purchase tickets here. If you buy tickets well in advance, you can get them for as low as 3.9£ (4.1 EUR). Typically, the price is around 7.8£ (8.2 EUR).
Taxi
A more comfortable option is a taxi ordered through Gettransfer. Prices start at 35.1£ (37.7 EUR) for the whole car.
Car Rental
Renting a car directly at the airport offers the greatest flexibility. You can compare offers from all car rental companies on Rentalcars.
Airport Guide
For more information, not just about transport, check out the Amsterdam Airport Guide.
