Can I use my debit card on the trams in Amsterdam?
Can I use my debit card on the trams in Amsterdam? You can only buy a ticket in the tram from the conductor and pay with a debit or credit card. This can be done contactless or with a pin. You can also pay for your travel on the North Sea channel ferries with a PIN payment card or contactless.
How do you pay for Dutch trams?
Paying for public transport is easy: simply use your contactless debit card, credit card or mobile phone to check in and out using OVpay or a public transport chip card (in Dutch: OV-chipkaart).
Is it better to use cash or card in Amsterdam?
Dutch currency Many shops and restaurants in Amsterdam accept credit cards, but not all. It is therefore recommended to either ask before you order or ensure you have a sufficient amount in cash to cover the bill. Most shops and restaurants do not accept €200 or €500 notes.
Is there an app for public transport in Amsterdam?
The free GVB app (for iOS and Android) is the app for travelling by tram, bus, night bus, metro and ferry in Amsterdam and the rest of the Netherlands. It's your go-to travel app for frequent travellers or for just a visit.
Can I use Revolut in Amsterdam?
Yes it is. It behaves like any other Visa or Mastercard credit card.
How do I check in on the tram in Amsterdam?
- On buses and trams you need to check in at the device just behind the doors of the vehicle (see picture 2), for metro and trains you check in at the entrance (picture 3). If you don't check in with the Chip Card your ticket is not valid for traveling and you will risk a high fine.
How do I pay public transport in Amsterdam?
How do you pay for public transport in Amsterdam? Public transport in Amsterdam is cashless. Simply check in with your Debit or Credit Card, or save money on travel with the I amsterdam City Card, which offers unlimited use of Amsterdam's public transport system for 24, 48 or 72 hours.
Are trams in Amsterdam free?
Children aged 0-3 travel free, children 12 or over must buy the standard adult ticket. Buying over-the-counter: The 24 hours and 48 hours tickets can also be purchased on board a tram; bus drivers only sell the 24 hours tickets. Note cash is not accepted on board public transport.
What is the cheapest way for public transport in Amsterdam?
The cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam is walking but if you need to get somewhere fast, the use of an OV chip card is the answer.
How do I pay for public transport in the Netherlands?
There are two main ways to pay while travelling by train in the Netherlands. You can either buy tickets online or from a ticket machine, or you can use your OV-chipkaart, or smartphone using OVPay. You can look up the NS Journey Planner to check timetables and plan your route.