Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam city centre
Schiphol (AMS) is about 15 km south-west of Amsterdam. NS trains run frequently from the station under the terminal to Centraal, and bus 397 serves Museumplein.
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Train
NS trains run from Schiphol Airport station to Amsterdam Centraal in about 15 minutes, with other trains to Zuid and Sloterdijk. You can tap in with a contactless bank card (OVpay).
Bus
Bus 397 (Amsterdam Airport Express) runs to Museumplein and Leidseplein, which is handy for the Museum Quarter.
Taxi
Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals and avoid unofficial touts.
FAQ
Can I pay for the Schiphol train with my bank card?
Yes. Tap in and out with a contactless debit or credit card through OVpay.
Is there a night train from Schiphol?
Yes. NS runs a night service between Schiphol and Amsterdam Centraal.