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How do I pay for my journey by public transport? Various payment options for public transport

Which payment option suits you?

You can pay for your journey with public transport in different ways.

OV-chipkaart

You put a balance (an amount of money) on your OV-chipkaart.

OVpay

Use a bank card or smartphone with which you can make contactless payments.

OV-pas

The OV-pas is the successor to the OV-chipkaart.

Single ticket

Buy a single ticket at the service desk at the station, at a ticket machine, or on the bus and tram.

Travel with a discount or season ticket

Age discounts for seniors

People aged 65 and over receive an age-based discount on public transport. There are also several season tickets suitable for people aged 65 and over.

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Student

Are you a student? There are a few options available for both local and international students.

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Age discounts for children

Children up to and including 11 years of age are entitled to an age discount. There are special discount products for students.

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Hour and day tickets

Amsterdam

Planning a day trip to Amsterdam? Or visiting the city for a few days? In our Ticketshop, you’ll find a variety of e-tickets for buses, trams, and metros in Amsterdam.

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Rotterdam

Planning a day trip to Rotterdam? Or visiting the city for a few days? In our Ticketshop, you’ll find a variety of e-tickets for buses, trams, and metros in Rotterdam.

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Groningen and Drenthe

Are you planning a day out in Groningen and/or Drenthe with two people? In the weekend and during the holidays, the Broezz'n ticket allows you unlimited travel on Qbuzz buses in these provinces.

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