Is it cheaper to use an OV-chipkaart?
Is it cheaper to use an OV-chipkaart? Travel using the e-purse on metro/trams/buses is generally cheaper than buying single 1 hour tickets, especially for shorter trips. Travel on trains with the anonymous card saves paying the €1 disposable ticket surcharge.
Can you travel in the Netherlands without OV-chipkaart?
There are two main ways to pay while traveling 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.
Should I get an OV-chipkaart?
there is not much point in getting an OV-chipkaart. However, if you plan on being here for a while, then getting a card you can use to jump on a bus or train when you like is pretty handy. There are different types of OV-chipkaart you can buy and use, namely the anonymous one and the personal one.
Do I need an OV-chipkaart in Amsterdam?
When you choose not to buy a ov-chipcard, you can always use disposable tickets for public transport, summarized: For train travel (NS), you can purchase single-use chipcards (incl. singles and day returns) at the yellow ticket machines at the station.