Amsterdam, Netherlands
Public transport in Amsterdam
GVB metro/tram/bus; OVpay with contactless bank card or phone.
Key takeaways
- ·Tap in/out with OVpay on GVB and NS.
From the airport
NS train from Schiphol to Centraal (~15 min) — fastest and cheapest.
Tickets & payment
Contactless/card nearly everywhere; cash rarely needed. Optional small cash for occasional market stalls.
Useful apps
GVB · 9292 · Google Maps
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