More information about
The Sprinter
The Sprinter serves short distances and stops at all intermediate stations along the route. It is a true commuter train that accelerates quickly, offers clear sightlines for safety, and features many wide, clearly marked doors for easy boarding and alighting. Its spacious vestibules provide extra standing space to carry more travellers during peak hours. The Sprinter’s exterior colours are white and blue.
The Intercity
The Intercity is designed for medium to long distances and stops at the larger or medium-sized stations. These comfortable trains include facilities suited to longer journeys. Every Intercity has designated quiet zones. In the refurbished double-deckers, the upper decks are ideal for reading and working, with more rows of seats in a line. These upper levels house the quiet zones. The lower decks are better suited for socialising and chatting, featuring more seats facing each other and lounge chairs. The Intercity’s exterior colours are yellow and blue.
Facilities
All NS trains running on Dutch tracks offer these standard facilities:
- 1st and 2nd class, clearly marked inside and outside the train
- Bicycle facilities on the vestibule
- Facilities for travellers with reduced mobility
- Up-to-date travel information, including screens and audio announcements
- Wi-Fi on Intercity trains (and from 2017 on new NS Sprinters)
- Toilets (increasingly wheelchair accessible)
- Many NS trains feature some form of artwork