Is there a way to get a cheaper price for public transit with an OV chip card or something? Where do I get the OV chip card? I don't have an address in Netherlands unless I use my Airbnb host's address. Need some suggestions. I plan to just take ONE bus to Amsterdam Centraal and one bus back to my place in Wormerveer. Thanks.
Posted by
MPLS, MN
399 posts
You need to get the Anonymous OV Chip Card. You can pick it up at a window at any train station including AMS. Although, if you only plan on taking public transportation 2 times, I doubt it is worth the hassle.
Posted by
the Netherlands
2487 posts
It would be ridiculous to buy an OV Chipkaart. The card itself costs you EUR 7,50, without the balance you need for actual paying your trips.
Buy your tickets on the bus, but make sure you have a working bank card! They possibly won't take cash anymore.
Posted by
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this could be of use NS has a one day ticket you choose the start and destination, then you can hop on and off until you reach your destination point as long as it completed in the same day
https://www.ns.nl/producten/en/meest-gekocht/p/enkele-reis
you can purchase online approx 1 month prior
Posted by
the Netherlands
2487 posts
That NS ticket is only valid on the train. OP wants a bus connection to Amsterdam.
If the accommodation isn't too far from Wormerveer station, the train would be the best way to get in Amsterdam.
Posted by
4 posts
Try https://www.thetrainline.com/
this will allow you to see the train schedule, The OV anonymous card can be purchased at any central station or in a "smoke" shop
hope the link helps.
Posted by
52 posts
It is not ridiculous to purchase an anonymous OV-Chipkaart if you plan on returning to the Netherlands several times. It is valid for five years. That turns out to be a cost of €1.50 per year. I am going on my fifth trip this year and my anonymous OV-Chipkaart is valid till the beginning of 2020. It works on all transportation and simplifies payment. It is not that hard to add value with cash. It might be a one or two minute wait in line and the station employee is quick with the transaction as they know exactly what to do. I love it and have used it all over the Netherlands.
The only thing, don’t lose it. And always remember to check-in and check-out. Otherwise, the cost will be a lot more than €7.50!