Publication date: 4 November 2025

Have you arrived at your hotel? Time to start exploring the Netherlands! Travelling by public transport here is quick and easy. Below, you’ll find out how to use the train, tram, metro, bus and bicycle. With these handy tips and tricks, you’ll be able to get anywhere!

Travelling by train is the fastest way to get around the Netherlands.

• Check NS.nl or the NS app for departure times and service updates.

• Remember to check in and out at the station.

• You can check in with a valid ticket, your debit card (if it has a contactless chip), credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

• Tickets can be purchased from the ticket machines at the station.

In the larger cities, you can take the tram or metro to quickly reach a sightseeing spot or a particular neighbourhood.

• Check stops and departure times via 9292.nl or Google Maps.

• Remember to check in and out when using the tram or metro.

• You can check in with a valid ticket, your debit card (if it has a contactless chip), credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

• Tickets can be purchased from the driver.

Across the Netherlands, you’ll find bus stops marked by a pole with a bus symbol.

• You can check departure times on 9292.nl or Google Maps.

• Remember to check in and out when travelling by bus.

• You can check in with a valid ticket, your debit card (if it has a contactless chip), credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

• Tickets can be purchased from the driver.

• Press the STOP button when your stop is coming up, and wait until the bus has come to a complete stop before checking out and getting off.

The Netherlands is truly a cycling nation!
Travelling by bike is an easy and convenient way to get around, especially for short distances in the city.

• Rent an OV-fiets (public transport bike) at a train station.

• You can link and pay for your bike through OVpay in the NS app.

• A small daily fee applies for using the bike.

• After your ride, return the bike to the same station.

Encountering an escalator at the station? The rule is: stand on the right, walk on the left. Make space for passengers in a hurry. We also recommend allowing extra time for important appointments by taking an earlier journey than planned, as public transport can occasionally experience delays or disruptions.

Rush hour in the morning and late afternoon can be very busy. There are fewer seats available, so we suggest avoiding peak times if possible.

Finally, it’s fine to bring luggage on public transport, but try to minimise inconvenience to other passengers. Keep your backpack on your lap or use the luggage racks on trains and buses.

Our hotels are within walking distance of train stations and tram stops.

• Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre: a 5-minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal Station.

• Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark: take tram 26 towards IJburg from Amsterdam Centraal Station. From Rietlandpark stop, it’s a 10-minute walk to the hotel.

• Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam: from Amsterdam Centraal Station, the train takes 12 minutes to Zaandam Station. Then a 5-minute walk brings you to the lobby.

• Inntel Hotels Utrecht Centre: a 5-minute walk from Utrecht Centraal Station.

• Inntel Hotels Den Haag Marina Beach: take the tram or bus from Den Haag Centraal Station, then a 15-minute walk to reach the hotel.