🧭 Travel to and around Amsterdam

Check out our My Maps page for key transport locations in Amsterdam and the Netherlands

From abroad:

✈️ Air

• The nearest and most convenient airport is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, from here it is a 15 Minute train journey to the RAI Amsterdam or a 30-40 minute drive.
• There are four other major airports within the Netherlands, all of which, you can take a bus/train to Amsterdam from. Transfer time will range from 1 hour 20 to 4 hours. Please check your route in advance.

🚂 Train

• Amsterdam is very accessible from mainland Europe by train. With most major European cities having connections to Amsterdam Centraal station. From here you can take a further train or metro (Line 52) to the Amsterdam Rai. See below for further guidance.

Within Amsterdam:

You can find a PDF guide outlining many of Amsterdam's routes here or see an overview of different transport options below:

🚊Train

• Amsterdam is one of the best European connected cities. Schiphol Airport connects directly by train to both Amsterdam RAI station (9 minutes) and Amsterdam Centraal (14 minutes)
• Please note: when buying your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or Amsterdam Centraal, you need to type 'Amsterdam RAI' (not 'RAI') to find and purchase the correct ticket
• Plan your trip and purchase tickets in advance

🚇 Metro

• Amsterdam has four Metro lines, connecting the different suburbs of the city.
• Amsterdam RAI is immediately next to Europaplein station, which is on the Blue M52 line. This is a seven minute journey from Amsterdam Centraal Station.
• You can travel on any Dutch public transport services using a contactless debit/credit card. This is operated by OV Pay (for more info)
• A single trip on the Metro (1 hour ticket) is €3.40. This will be charged automatically when you tap in and out of any station. There are also ticket options ranging from 24 hours to 7 days.

🚖 Taxi/Driving

• There are many licensed taxi companies in Amsterdam. They all operate with blue licence plates and an official sign on the roof.
• Find a list of official taxi companies on the I Amsterdam website.
• Uber also operates from within Amsterdam and can be accessed via mobile app.
• If you are driving, there is parking available at the RAI. please see information here. Please also check with your relevant hotel for parking options, if required.

🚴‍♀️ Cycling/Walking

• If you are feeling active, the walk from Central Amsterdam to the RAI will take about an hour.
• Famed for cycling, if you fancy another self-powered mode of transport you can hire a bicycle from many locations in the city, including from Centraal station and most hotels.

🇳🇱 Exploring Amsterdam

If you want to make the most of your time in the city, amsterdam&partners Amsterdam City Guide features tips, highlights, maps for day trips and routes to explore other areas within the Amsterdam Metropole Region.