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Engineering works around Amsterdam

In 2025, ProRail will be improving the tracks and stations in and around Amsterdam. Scroll down to find out what that will mean for your journey. And plan your journey in advance using the Travel Planner.

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Improvements around Amsterdam in 2025

Throughout 2025, ProRail will be improving the tracks and stations in and around Amsterdam. We'll keep you up to date of how these works will affect your journey all year long.

Keep a close eye on this page for the latest information about engineering works. We may update this page from time to time following new information from ProRail.

Travel outside rush hour
During these periods, take extra crowds into account and travel outside rush hour if you can.

Three weeks of fewer trains around Schiphol Airport

From 15 November to 7 December, ProRail will be carrying out major maintenance work on the tracks at and around Schiphol Airport station. As a result, only three of the six tracks will be available.

Crowded due to fewer trains
This will have a major impact on train traffic. It will be busy on the platforms at Schiphol Airport and Amsterdam Zuid, in the trains and on the diversion routes. There will also be fewer trains running between Amsterdam Central and Schiphol Airport.

So expect extra crowdedness during this period, plan your journey in advance using the Journey Planner and travel outside rush hour if you can.

  • Saturday 15th to Friday 28th November

    There are significantly fewer trains running to and from Schiphol Airport. This also affects train traffic around Amsterdam.

    On 15 and 16 November, we will not be able to use tracks 4, 5 and 6 at Schiphol Airport.

  • Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 November

    On these days, there are very few trains to, from and via Schiphol Airport. Travel is only possible in one direction from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Central Station and from Amsterdam Zuid to Schiphol Airport.

    • Are you travelling from Amsterdam Central/Sloterdijk to Schiphol Airport? This is only possible with metro M52 between Amsterdam Central and Amsterdam Zuid. Trains run from Amsterdam Zuid to Schiphol Airport.
    • Are you travelling from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Zuid? Then travel via Amsterdam Central. Use metro M52 from Amsterdam Central to Amsterdam Zuid.

    Your NS travel ticket is valid on the M52 metro between Amsterdam Central Station and Amsterdam Zuid.

    Travel between Schiphol Airport and Utrecht/Amersfoort/Almere via Amsterdam Central Station.

    Fewer trains between Rotterdam and Schiphol Airport
    There are also far fewer trains running between Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam Central Station (via the high-speed line).

    View the works on the map

  • Monday 1st to Sunday 7th December

    There will be significantly fewer trains travelling to, from and via Schiphol Airport. Please take into account extra congestion and fewer trains around Amsterdam.

    In addition, ProRail will be working on the tracks at Amsterdam Zuid station on 6 and 7 December. As a result, there will be fewer trains travelling to and from this station.

Plan your journey in the NS app

Before you leave, plan your journey from door to door in the NS app or the  Travel Planner. That way, you're guaranteed to have the most up-to-date travel recommendation. The app can also

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Frequently Asked Questions about engineering works

  • Can I get a refund if my trip is delayed?

    When we schedule works, we also update the itineraries and travel time in the Travel Planner. Your travel time may be longer than usual. Because the works are scheduled in advance, we cannot offer a refund if you reach your destination later than usual.

    You are entitled for a refund if your train is delayed by 30 minutes or more relative to the timetable given in the Travel Planner.

  • How do I check in and out?

    Do you have to travel around because of construction work? Then check in and out at the start and end stations as you are used to. You do not pay anything extra if you have to travel around because of construction work. If you check in and out at the same stations as normal, it does not cost more.

    Do you have to check in and out at a different station in between because of the detour? Then you may pay more than normal. If so, you can claim the price difference back via customer service.

    Taking an NS Bus as a rail replacement service?
    Check out when you leave the train and transfer to the bus. There will be a temporary card reader near the bus. Check in before you enter the bus and check out again when you leave the bus.

    If you're transferring back to the train, check in again at the station before boarding the train.

    Travelling with another public transport or train carrier?
    You do not have to check in or out with other carriers if we recommend travelling with another carrier due to works. Your NS ticket also counts as a valid ticket with other carriers. Your trip will therefore cost the same.

    Example: if we recommend travelling by metro, you do not have to check in and out at the metro station. Only check in before you first board the train and check out at your destination.

  • Can I take my bike on an NS bus?

    No, you may not bring your bike with you on an NS bus. Regrettably, there is no space for bikes.

  • Do detours cost more?

    If you check in and out at the same stations as usual, your trip will cost the same.

    Does alternative route means travelling with a different carrier?
    You do not have to check in or out with the carrier if we recommend travelling with another carrier due to works. Your trip will therefore cost the same. Your NS ticket also counts as a valid ticket with other carriers.

    Taking an NS Bus as a rail replacement service
    costs the same as regular train travel. We do ask that you check out when you leave the station and check in again when you enter the bus.

    Are your check in and check out more than 35 minutes apart?
    Then you may have to pay more than usual, as the two legs of your trip will be seen as two distinct trips. 

    Paid too much?
    Answer these questions to figure out whether you are entitled to a refund.

  • Do you have a mobility problem?

    Please be mindful of the following: 

    • The vertical gap when boarding the bus
    • Long walks to and from the bus
    • Prolonged standing while waiting for the bus

    If NS is running replacement buses and you are in a wheelchair,
    you can use our free wheelchair taxi. Call NS Travel Assistance (on 030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service.

    Are you visually impaired and do you need help?
    We will help you get to and from the rail replacement service. Call NS Travel Assistance (on 030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service.

See all of the Frequently Asked Questions about engineering works.