Public transit in Amsterdam
Amsterdam runs on the Metro + Tram + Bus + Ferry. Here's everything you need to know before you arrive.
At a glance
System name
Metro + Tram + Bus + Ferry
Lines / network size
5 metro lines
Single fare
€3.40
Day pass
€9 (24-hour) (≈ US$9.90)
How you pay
Tap with contactless credit/debit card or OV-chipkaart
Top tip
Trams are the workhorses. Hold your contactless card to the pink reader when you BOARD and when you EXIT — both matter.