Amsterdam is easily accessible by air, train, or car. Once there, you'll find a wide range of Public Transportation options so you can easily access all the city's popular tourist attractions and Business Districts. The City is comprised of a wide-reaching Metro system, Bus Network, Tram System and Ferry services. Bicycles are also available for hire. Transport operators include GVB, Connexxion, Arriva, and NS.
Airports
Schipol Airport: The Netherlands' main international airport, located 20 minutes southwest of Amsterdam, in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer. It is one of the World's largest airports, servinf just under 48 million passengers in 2008. It is also a popular airport for connecting flights. The airport features its own Shopping Centre, known as Schipol Plaza, ensuring visitors have a wide range of shopping options. Airlines that use the airport include: KLM, British Airways, Air France, China Southern Airlines, Easyjet, Lufthansa and United Airlines.
Eindhoven Airport: An alternative entrance point to the Netherlands, with frequent buses to Amsterdam.
Train
Amsterdam is served by a wide range of train services, principally operated by NS. Check out their website for information on routes, schedules and fares.
A Direct Rail Link connects Schiphol International Airport to Amsterdam central station. Trains run every 10 minutes (airport train schedule) from platforms 1 and 2 in the main arrival plaza.
Bus
Eurolines operate buses to Amsterdam from around Europe, while City Buses are primarily used to reach outlying suburbs and after the trams have stopped running. Night buses run from midnight until 7am with routes connecting to Central Station, Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein.
Metro
Amsterdam has four Metro lines, offering frequent and fast transport across the city. Check out the GVB website for Metro information and maps.
Canal Bus
The Canal Bus (www.canal.nl) runs every 40 minutes from 9:50 until 7:25 with 14 stops along three different routes throughout the city. Day passes cost €16 and are valid until 12:00 the next day.
Bicycle
A number of companies offer bicycle rentals for around €8 per day.