How to get from Amsterdam Airport (AMS) ✈️ to the City Center
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.
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.
Transfer comparison
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 | |
Private Transfer |
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.
Amsterdam Travel Tips (AD)
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