Amsterdam: Airport Express Bus Transfer to/from City Center
Buitenveldert, Amsterdam
Enjoy an easy transfer from Schiphol Amsterdam Airport directly to Amsterdam city center and back with a pre-booked ticket. Ride the bus to Concertgebouw, Museumplein (Rijksmuseum), or Leidseplein.
Amsterdam Airport Express Bus 397: Transfer between Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam City Centre
The Amsterdam Airport Express (bus line 397) offers frequent transfers from Schiphol Airport directly to central Amsterdam, suitable for travelers seeking convenient public transport.
Description
This bus departs approximately every 10 minutes from platform B17 at Schiphol Airport, stopping at key locations including Amstelveenseweg, Olympisch Stadion, Haarlemmermeerstation, Emmastraat, Concertgebouw, Museumplein (Rijksmuseum), Leidseplein, and Busstation Elandsgracht. Night service (N97) operates hourly between 01:00 and 05:00 in both directions.
The journey takes around 25 minutes. The bus features low-floor entry for easy boarding with luggage, free Wi-Fi, charging ports, and onboard screens displaying stops and live travel times. Children aged 4-11 can purchase a Kids Day ticket for 1 euro directly from the driver, while children under 4 travel free.
Stops in Both Directions
- Schiphol Amsterdam Airport
- Knooppunt Schiphol Noord
- Anderlechtlaan
- Amstelveenseweg
- Olympisch Stadion
- Haarlemmermeerstation
- Emmastraat
- Concertgebouw
- Museumplein (Rijksmuseum)
- Leidseplein
- Busstation Elandsgracht
Includes
- Return trip from the airport to any stop in Amsterdam city centre
- Low-floor entry to keep luggage with you on the bus
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Charging ports for mobile devices
- Travel information screens showing bus stops and live times
Excludes
- Reserved seating
- Hotel or accommodation pickup
Important Information
- Daytime services run every 10 minutes from 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM; off-peak services run 4 to 6 times per hour
- Night services run hourly between 1:00 AM and 5:00 AM in both directions
- Return tickets must be used within 14 days of the arrival journey
- Tickets are valid on bus lines 397 and N97
- Children from 4 to 11 years can buy a Kids Day ticket for 1 euro from the driver; under 4 travel free
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Book in advance and have your ticket ready on your smartphone or printed. Travel light and keep your luggage with you on board. The best time to use this service is during daytime hours for more frequent departures.
