Where Can I Buy A Bus Card?

How do I buy a bus ticket in the Netherlands?

You can usually buy a ticket on board from the driver (aka a single-use, disposable OV-chipkaart; €2 to €5 for modest distances), but most people pay with a credit-loaded OV-chipkaart. There is only one class of travel. Some regions have day passes good for all the buses; ask a driver – they are usually very helpful.

Where can I buy bus tickets in Amsterdam?

One-hour tickets can be bought from the conductor or driver on the tram or bus. Day tickets can be bought on the tram or purchased in advance. Day cards can not be bought from the driver on the bus.

Where can I buy an OV card?

Purchasing an OV – chipkaart Either card is purchased at a counter or device, at airports, at stations and at newsagents or supermarkets. You can also purchase a disposable card on the tram and/or bus.

Where can I buy a chip card in Amsterdam?

At Amsterdam Central station you can purchase at the main service ticket desk, OV Servicewinkel shop, ticket machines or the “GVB Tram Bus Metro” tickets & info office, next to the Iamsterdam tourist office.

How do you travel by bus in Netherlands?

All means of public transport in Holland require a so-called OV-chipkaart, a smart card that is valid on the bus, tram, metro and train. Since there is no specific OV-chipkaart for tourists, we recommend using an ‘anonymous’ OV-chipkaart.

Is public transport in the Netherlands free?

If you are studying at a Dutch university or university for applied science, you are entitled to a student OV-chipkaart (chip card used to pay for public transport ). This card offers you free or reduced travels by public transport.

How much are bus tickets in Amsterdam?

Day tickets / Hourly tickets

Travel product	Price
GVB 1 hour	€ 3.20
Bus Tram Metro (BTM) 1.5 hours (valid for GVB, Connexxion, and EBS)	€ 6.50
GVB 1 day / 24 hours	€ 8.00
GVB child ticket 1 day / 24 hours	€ 4.00

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How much is a bus ticket in Netherlands?

GVB 1 hour ticket – €3.20, valid only on GVB trams/metro/ buses, NOT on trains. A Bus Tram Metro (BTM) ticket is €6.50 and is valid 90 minutes on GVB plus Connexxion/EBS buses. 2. Unlimited GVB Day/Multi-Day tickets – 1 to 7 day ticket (€8.50 to €37), children 4-11 €4 per day.

Are buses running Amsterdam?

Amsterdam tram, bus and metro services run from 06:00-00:30. During the night, there are eleven night bus routes running between 00:30-07:30.

How do I get a personalized OV-Chipkaart?

Apply online Apply for a personal OV – chipkaart. You will need a digital photo and you will pay using iDEAL. The personal OV – chipkaart costs € 7.50.

Can we refund OV-Chipkaart?

If you have an anonymous OV – chipkaart, you can request a refund of your credit using a form.

How do I activate my OV chip card?

Do you have a personal OV – chipkaart? Request the activation at www.ns.nl or by telephone at 0900-2021163 (€ 0.10 p.m.). Please go to the NS ticket vending machine to activate ‘reizen op saldo’ on your OV – chipkaart.

How do transport cards work?

Contactless smart transport cards are very simple to use. The card’s smart card chip is a tiny computer that works with the fare payment system to keep track of your remaining ticketing value. You simply hold your card up to a reader, your fare is paid, and you can go on your way.

What is an OV prepaid card?

General: The Optimum Voice per minute international calling plan is an optional calling plan that allows you to place direct-dialed calls from your home or business to locations outside of the fifty United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and the US Virgin Islands.

Can I use my OV-Chipkaart on the train?

If you carry an OV – chipkaart with you, you will no longer need to think about strip tickets or metro and train tickets. You can travel on trains, trams, buses and metros with a single ticket.