In this article, I present the Amsterdam tramwayand its lines, main routes and ticket prices.
Here you'll find
- A presentation of Amsterdam's tramways
- How to use it easily
- Practical information: prices, opening hours, reservations
- The most useful routes and lines
- And much more!
If you're looking for information about the Amsterdam tramway, you'll love this article.
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Tramway Amsterdam : article summary
- Amsterdam tramway map
- What streetcar lines are there in Amsterdam?
- How much does a streetcar ticket cost?
- Where can I buy streetcar tickets in Amsterdam?
- Amsterdam streetcars: timetables, frequencies, practical information
- What are the most useful streetcar routes?
- Is it possible to reach the city center by streetcar from Amsterdam airport?
Amsterdam tramway map
Amsterdam's streetcar network is particularly extensive, as you can see from the map below.
It counts 15 lines - 10 more than the metro - and was put into operation in 1875. It is also managed by company GVBAfter the bicycle, it's the most widely used form of public transport in the capital.
For visit AmsterdamIt's a practical solution that makes it easy to reach some of the more out-of-the-way monuments and attractions.
Amsterdam metro facts and figures
- 15 lines are on the road, but this figure could rise to 27 in the next few years.
- The network expands over 200 km of lanes combined
- More 113 million passengers use the tramway every year
- From historic tramways run in high season to tourists
What streetcar lines are there in Amsterdam?
Visit 14 lines Amsterdam tramway lines in operation - line 11 has been suspended - are as follows:
- Line 1from Muiderpoort station to Osdorp De Aker, in the west of the city.
- Line 2which circulates between Central Station and Nieuw Sloten, west of the city center
- Line 3from the central Zoutkeetsgracht canal to Flevopark, a park to the east of the city
- Line 4from Central Station to RAI Station in the south of Amsterdam
- Line 5from Westergasfabriek in the west to the municipality of Stadshart Amstelveen
- Line 7from Slotermeer in the west to Azartplein (on an artificial island in the northeast)
- Line 12from Central Station to Amstel Station in the east
- Line 13which runs from the Central Station to Geuzenveld, west of the downtown
- Line 14from Central Station to Flevopark
- Line 17linking the Central Station with the Osdorp Dijkgraafplein western district.
- Line 19from Sloterdijk station to Diemen Sniep commune
- Line 24from Central Station to the Free University of Amsterdam
- Line 25which runs between South Station and the municipality of Amstelveen Westwijk,
- Line 26which runs from Central Station to IJburg and the beach !
Among them, the oldest in circulation is line 3dating from 1902, and the most recent is line 26 which has linked the center to the artificial islands of Amsterdam since 1945.
How much does a streetcar ticket cost?
The unit ticket price in 2023 will be 3.20 euros. Expensive, especially if you're planning to take a lot of public transport during your stay.
Fortunately, there are solutions to save you money and simplify your life.
- Visit daily tickets available in 7 versions: 1 day for 8 euros / 2 days for 13.5 euros / 3 days for 21 euros / 4 days for 26.50 euros / 5 days for 33 euros / 6 days for 37.50 euros / 7 days for 41 euros
- A Children's card 24h : 4 euros
- 1h30 unlimited ticket for 6.50 euros
Good to know These tickets can be used for all means of transport - streetcar, bus or ferries - managed by GVB.
A smart card to reduce costs
Visit OV-Chipkaart cardwhich is an anonymous smart card. You buy it (7.50 euros) and then load the desired amount onto it. With it, prices are calculated according to mileage.
It makes it possible to big savingsIt can be adapted to your travel needs. It is valid for 5 years and can be used by several people, as it is not nominative.
This card can be used on all means of transport in the city. Please note that a minimum of 20 euros credit to catch trains.
All-inclusive metro and activity pass
For me, the easiest way is to opt for a complete Pass which allows unlimited use of public transport while enjoying a variety of activities.
This is the case of I Amsterdam City Cardwhich allows you to take the streetcar, ferry, metro or bus. unrestricted. But that's not all: it also :
- Visit the most beautiful Amsterdam museumsfree of charge or at a reduced price
- Carry out a cruise on the Amsterdam canals
- Enjoy discounts on other attractions (such as the Heineken Experience) and discounts in the capital's restaurants
- An interactive map for easy orientation
- And much more!
Where can I buy streetcar tickets in Amsterdam?
You can buy metro tickets easily at the following locations:
- At vending machines available at certain tramway stations and all subway stations
- From GVB sales outlets It's also handy for getting information on schedules and routes.
- As soon as you arrive Amsterdam airportfor the farsighted
- Online, via the official GVB application
Amsterdam streetcars: timetables, frequencies, practical information
Here's some practical information you need to know to enjoy Amsterdam's streetcar network.
Schedules and frequencies
Streetcars generally run between 6 a.m. and 12:30 a.m.with regular departures. At most, you should wait 10 minutes at the stop.
Useful information
You must validate your tickets on ascent and descentwith day tickets.
What are the most useful streetcar routes?
If you had to use just one streetcar line in Amsterdam, it would be line 2 from the Central Station to the Nieuw Sloten area.
On this line 2, you will pass close to many major monuments, such as :
- Visit Rikjsmuseumthe Van Gogh museum or the Stedelijk Museum
- The superb Royal Palace Amsterdam
- Visit flower market Amsterdam
With lines 1 and 5you can join the Vondelpark (Leidseplein stop) ; line 14 can be a convenient way to head east and visit Amsterdam Zoo to the west, the lines 13 and 17 will come in handy to reach the Anne Franck House.
Is it possible to reach the city center by streetcar from Amsterdam airport?
While there are a number of quick and easy solutions for making the journey from Amsterdam Schiphol airportto the city center, the tramway is not one of them !
You can opt for :
- a trip in shuttle private (most comfortable option)
- the express trainwhich takes just 16 minutes to reach the station (the most convenient option)
- a cab or Uber (for around 40/50 euros)
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