Public Transport
The Netherlands has an excellent public transport system, including trains, trams, buses, and ferries. Most of these services can be accessed with an OV-chipkaart, which is a rechargeable card that can be used across all modes of public transport.
Biking
The Netherlands is well-known for its bike-friendly culture. There are plenty of bike rental shops and dedicated cycling paths throughout the country.
Trains
The Dutch national railway company, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates frequent services between all major cities. Trains are a quick and efficient way to travel across the country.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available in all major cities, but they can be quite expensive. Uber is also available in several Dutch cities.
Car Rental
Cars can be rented from various agencies at airports and city centers. However, keep in mind that parking in cities can be difficult and expensive. The country is well-connected with highways and roads are well-maintained.
Ferries
In cities like Amsterdam, you can use ferries to get around. They are part of the public transport system and therefore you can use the same OV-chipkaart to pay for your ride.
Air Travel
The main international airport is Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. There are also several smaller airports throughout the country.
Tickets
For most public transportation, you need to check in and out with your OV-chipkaart. Always make sure you have enough credit on your card.
Travel Apps
Consider using travel apps like 9292, which provides comprehensive information on the quickest or cheapest way to get from one place to another using all types of public transportation in the Netherlands.
International Travel
The Netherlands is well connected to many European destinations via train and bus services. The Eurostar train connects Amsterdam with London, and there are also regular train services to Germany, France, and Belgium.
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