Route guide
17 km (10.5 mi) · 25–40 min by car
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Official taxi | Official taxi zones: €39–45 to center |
| Pre-booked transfer | Pre-booked: €28–45 (fixed) Book → |
| Train / bus | NS train: €5.70, 15 min to Amsterdam Centraal. |
| Service | Price | Meet & greet | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Pickups | €38–55 | ✓ Inside terminal | Families, premium | Check price → |
| Kiwitaxi | €30–45 | ✓ Arrivals hall | Vehicle variety | Check price → |
| GetTransfer | €25–38 | Varies | Budget travelers | Check price → |
| intui.travel | €28–40 | ✓ Most drivers | Shared options | Check price → |
Prices for a standard sedan (up to 3 passengers). GetTransfer prices are typical winning bids. Last updated March 2026.
NS train at €5.70 — hard to beat for solo travelers
GetTransfer for groups — bids from €28 split among 3–4 people beats individual train tickets + taxi from station
Via A4 motorway. Short, easy drive. Traffic is rarely an issue — the bigger problem is finding parking in central Amsterdam.
Fastest: Late night or early morning — roads are clear and the drive is at its shortest.
Slowest: Weekday rush hours (7–10am, 4–7pm) can add 30–60 minutes to the journey. If your flight arrives during these times, allow extra margin before onward connections.
Weekends: Generally smooth, similar to midday weekday times.
1. Clear immigration and collect your baggage. Your transfer driver is tracking your flight in real time — if it's delayed, they adjust automatically. No need to call or message.
2. Walk through Customs into the Arrivals hall. Schiphol is a single-building airport. Drivers meet at Arrivals 4 (the main meeting point), or at Schiphol Plaza near the train station exit.
3. Identify your driver. Look for someone holding a board with your name. Most services send the driver's name, photo, and phone number via email or app before your arrival.
4. Walk to the car. Your driver will guide you to the vehicle, usually parked in the short-stay car park (2–5 minute walk). They'll handle your luggage.
| Option | Details |
|---|---|
| Official taxi | €45–55 (metered) |
| Train / Express | NS train to Amsterdam Centraal: €5.50, 15 min — one of Europe's best airport rail links |
| Budget option | Bus 397 to Leidseplein: €6.50, 30 min |
| Uber / ride-hail | €25–40 |
Standard sedan: Dutch canal houses often have steep stairs — ask your driver to help with bags if your hotel is in the old center.
Child seats: Welcome Pickups includes free child seats on all bookings. Kiwitaxi charges a small fee. GetTransfer and intui.travel — ask during booking.
Oversized items: Ski bags, surfboards, golf clubs, or musical instruments require larger vehicles. Mention during booking to ensure the right car is sent.
The NS train is genuinely the best option for solo travelers — fast, cheap, station directly under the terminal. Pre-book a transfer for groups, late nights (train ends ~1am), or heavy luggage. Amsterdam canal-ring hotels have narrow streets — specify your address.
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