This guide compares all available airport transfers at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) according to classic travel factors. This includes travel time, cost per person (pp), a short route description & official links to book or buy tickets.
Public and private transfers from the airport to the city
Amsterdam Airport (AMS), also known as Schiphol Airport, is the international airport of Amsterdam and is located about 9 km southwest of the main city center. Upon arrival, you can reach downtown Amsterdam by Train, Express Bus, Taxi, Welcome Pickups (Private Transfer), Uber and Car Sharing.
Transfer comparison from AMS airport to downtown
Overview of all airport transfers from Amsterdam Airport to the City Center (Amsterdam Centraal / Central Station)
Transport | Travel time | Cost | ||
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Public train | 15 Min. | 5,90 €> | Details | |
Express Bus | 30 Min. | 6,50 €> | Details | |
Taxi | 35 Min. | 50 € | Details | |
Welcome Pickups |
35 Min. | 50 € | Details | |
Uber | 35 Min. | 60 € | Details | |
Car Sharing | 35 Min. | Individ. | Details |
Notices:
• There may be waiting times at the taxi rank if there are high volume of passengers. In this case, a pre-booked transfer (e.g. via Welcome Pickups) is the more faster and comfortable option.
• The optimal transfer depends on the number of travelers, budget and available time.
Timetable and tickets here ↗
Travel time:
15 minutesCost:
5,90 € ppDescription:
Sprinter & Intercity from Amsterdam Airport (Train station in the central terminal building “Schiphol Plaza”) to Amsterdam Central Station (“Amsterdam Centraal”), directly in the city centerTimetable and tickets here ↗
Travel time:
30 minutesCost:
6,50 € ppDescription:
Airport Express Bus from Amsterdam Airport (Bus stop in front of the central terminal building, Terminal B15-19) to “Museumplein” and “Leidseplein” (destinations by the canals in the southern city center)Official local Taxis
Travel time:
35 minutesCost:
50 €Description:
Taxi from Amsterdam Airport (Taxis in front of the terminal building) to central Amsterdam, Central Station “Centraal” or directly to your accommodation in the city centerBook a Private Transfer ↗
Travel time:
35 minutesCost:
50 €Description:
Comfortable private transfer (via Welcome Pickups) from Amsterdam Airport (Nameplate in the Arrival Hall) to central Amsterdam, Central Station “Centraal” or directly to your accommodation in the cityOrder an Uber ride ↗
Travel time:
35 minutesCost:
60 €Description:
Uber from Amsterdam Airport (pick-up location according to Uber App) to the center of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Central Station (Centraal) or directly to your accommodationFind local providers ↗
Travel time:
35 minutesCost:
Depending on selected carDescription:
Car sharing from Amsterdam Airport (floor -2 in the WTC car park) to the center of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Central Station (Centraal) or directly to your accommodationTrip from Airport Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam (Central Station “Amsterdam Centraal”, City Center)
Amsterdam Travel Tips (AD)
Travel tips and recommendations for a great stay in Amsterdam:
Things to know about Amsterdam:
1. There are 2500 houseboats in Amsterdam
2. The city of Amsterdam is located on 90 small islands
3. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located a few meters below sea level