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How to Get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Anne Frank House

Anne Frank House sits about 16.4 km west of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, near the Jordaan and Westermarkt. Depending on your choice, the journey takes roughly 24 minutes by taxi or private transfer, or 40–45 minutes by train or bus plus a short walk.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 16.4 km road distance

Private Door-to-Door Transfer

Recommended
24 mins •Pre-Booked / On Demand
€70 - €90 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Luggage Included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Meet your pre-booked driver in the Arrivals hall at Schiphol Plaza.
  2. Confirm your booking name and vehicle before leaving the terminal.
  3. Load your luggage into the private vehicle.
  4. Ride directly to Anne Frank House on Prinsengracht, about 16.4 km away.
  5. Arrive at the entrance near Westermarkt.
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
24 mins •On Demand 24/7
€70 - €85 (Per Vehicle, Metered)
Luggage: Luggage Space Available
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the Taxi signs to the official taxi rank outside Arrivals at Schiphol Plaza.
  2. Ignore anyone offering rides inside the terminal.
  3. Confirm the meter or fixed price before departing.
  4. Ride directly to Anne Frank House, about 16.4 km and 24 minutes without traffic.
  5. Pay by card, commonly accepted, or confirm the price before starting.

NS Train to Amsterdam Centraal + Walk

Cheapest
40 mins •About 8 Trains Per Hour (Daytime)
€5.50 / Person
Luggage: No Reservation; Limited Space at Rush Hour
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow signs to the NS train station below Schiphol Plaza.
  2. Tap in with a contactless bank card/phone or use an NS app e-ticket.
  3. Board any direct train to Amsterdam Centraal (about 14–17 minutes).
  4. Exit at Centraal and walk west about 1.2 km (15–20 minutes) along the canals to Anne Frank House.
  5. If you have heavy luggage, take a taxi from Centraal station instead of walking.

Amsterdam Airport Express 397 + Walk

Direct Bus + Walk
45 mins •Every 7–15 Mins (Daytime); N97 Night Bus
€6.50 / Person
Luggage: Luggage Space On Board
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow signs to the bus station outside Schiphol Plaza (works ongoing).
  2. Buy a €6.50 single ticket from the driver by bank card, at the ticket office, or via e-ticket.
  3. Board bus 397 (Amsterdam Airport Express) towards Leidseplein.
  4. Get off at the Leidseplein stop.
  5. Walk about 15–20 minutes to Anne Frank House along the canals.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Do not accept rides from touts inside the terminal; use the official taxi rank outside Arrivals at Schiphol Plaza.
  • Check the taxi meter starts at the national maximum tariff (€4.31 start + €3.17/km + €0.52/min) and never pay more than the metered price.
  • Always tap in and out with the same contactless card on NS trains, buses and trams; forgetting to tap out on an NS train triggers a €33.30 check-out charge.
  • Bus 397 does not go to Amsterdam Centraal or Dam Square, and no bus stops directly at Anne Frank House; ignore anyone claiming otherwise.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Anne Frank House at night?

NS trains run 24/7 from Schiphol to Amsterdam Centraal, roughly hourly at night. From Centraal you can walk 15–20 minutes west or take a taxi; night bus N97 also runs on the 397 route to Leidseplein.

What is the cheapest way to get from Schiphol to Anne Frank House?

The NS train to Amsterdam Centraal costs €5.50 per person second class, then a 15–20 minute walk to Anne Frank House. That is the cheapest public transport route.

Can I pay by contactless bank card on the train and bus?

Yes, OVpay works on NS trains, GVB metro/tram/bus and Connexxion buses. Tap in and out with the same card or phone, one card per traveller.

Is there a direct bus from Schiphol to Anne Frank House?

No direct bus stops at Anne Frank House. Bus 397 (Amsterdam Airport Express) goes to Leidseplein, then you walk about 15–20 minutes; the train to Centraal plus walk is cheaper and faster.

How much does a taxi cost from Schiphol to Anne Frank House?

Expect roughly €70–85 by official taxi meter, depending on traffic and company. Pre-booked private transfers start around €70 per vehicle and offer fixed pricing.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or official taxi is the easiest door-to-door choice with luggage. You avoid walking from Amsterdam Centraal to Anne Frank House.

Nearby places

More transfers from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

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