With validity ranging from 24 to 168 hours, the GVB Pass lets you match coverage to your needs. You don't need to get a standard 7-day Amsterdam public transport card if you will only be in the city for 2 days.
What is the Amsterdam GVB Pass?
For getting around the Dutch capital, the GVB Pass is an Amsterdam public transport card offering unlimited rides on GVB trams, buses, metros, and ferries. If you’re taking several rides a day, you won’t need to buy separate tickets each time. The Pass helps you move easily between the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Moco Museum, Heineken Experience, a canal cruise, and other major highlights. Passes are valid for 24 to 168 hours. Pick one that fits your budget and travel schedule, and begin adventuring!
Why should you buy the Amsterdam GVB Pass?
Pay only for the days you'll ride
Go beyond a city-only ticket
Unlike most city-only transport cards, this Amsterdam GVB Pass also offers bus transfers on Bus 369 from Sloterdijk to Schiphol Airport and audio guides in multiple languages.
Suited for different travel groups
The Amsterdam GVB Pass suits museum-hoppers staying outside the canal ring, families using child tickets, and night owls who want to avoid taxi fares after midnight.
Amsterdam GVB Pass: An overview
Pass type: Transportation-based
Savings: Usually pays off after 3–4 rides a day.
Pass overview
- Unlimited travel on Amsterdam GVB trams, buses, metros, and night buses for 24 to 168 hours.
- Great for hopping between Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, De Pijp, and Amsterdam Noord.
- Best if you’re staying outside the canal belt or want weather-proof flexibility.
Who will love this pass
- Travelers based in Noord, Zuid, or Bijlmer.
- Museum hoppers crossing multiple neighborhoods in a single day.
- Night owls using late-night buses to get around the city.
Pass validity and usage
- Valid for 24 to 168 consecutive hours from first use.
- Tap in and out on every ride with ease.
- Add the digital pass to the GVB app or Apple Wallet.
Recommended ticket:
- Amsterdam GVB Public Transport Pass
What does the Amsterdam GVB Pass include?
GVB trams
Ride past canal houses, museum-lined boulevards, and lively squares on Amsterdam’s most iconic local network, perfect for quick hops between central neighborhoods.
GVB night buses
Glide home after dinners, drinks, or late museum nights on citywide night buses that keep Amsterdam moving long after the last tram.
GVB metro
Journey beneath and beyond the canal ring on fast metro lines linking Centraal, De Pijp, Zuid, Bijlmer, and Amsterdam Noord with minimal fuss.
GVB ferries
Step aboard IJ crossings for breezy waterfront views and easy access to Amsterdam Noord, where creative hubs and skyline lookouts sit across the water.
Bus 369 from Sloterdijk to Schiphol Airport
Journey between Sloterdijk and Schiphol on the one airport-linked bus included with the pass, handy for budget-savvy transfers without extra ticket juggling.
How to use a GVB Amsterdam Card
Step 1: Choose your City Card
Pick the pass that best fits your needs! Make sure you choose the validity that matches your trip.
Step 2: Book your tickets
Purchase your City Card easily using PayPal, a credit/debit card, or iDEAL.
Step 3: Check your email
Receive your ticket instantly in your inbox. Be sure to check the spam and junk folders.
Step 4: Download the GVB app
Download the GVB app on your phone and follow the activation instructions.
Step 5: Start exploring!
Present your activated GVB pass on Amsterdam public transport to travel around Amsterdam and enjoy your sightseeing!
Frequently asked questions about the GVB Amsterdam Pass
Only partly. The pass includes a GVB Bus 369 transfer between Sloterdijk and Schiphol, but it does not cover the direct NS train or Airport Express 397. If you want the fastest airport transfer, buy a separate train ticket or an airport-transfer combo.
Yes. This Amsterdam GVB Pass is issued digitally, so you can load it on the GVB app or Apple Wallet and scan it as you travel. Keep your phone charged, because a dead battery effectively leaves you without a ticket.
No. The audio-guide upgrade only adds a multilingual sightseeing guide on your phone. It does not unlock extra transport, faster boarding, or attraction entry, so choose it only if you actually want city commentary.
It works for consecutive 24-hour blocks, not calendar days. If your 48-hour pass starts at 3pm on Monday, it stays valid until 3pm on Wednesday. But note that starting late at night can waste useful daytime coverage.
Yes. You need to scan when you board and again when you exit, even with unlimited rides. Skipping tap-out can cause problems during inspections or leave you unsure of whether your last trip was properly recorded.
No. The pass is only valid on GVB-operated transport within Amsterdam, so it does not cover regional buses run by EBS or Connexxion. For Zaanse Schans, Volendam, or similar day trips, you’ll need separate regional tickets.
No. One pass is for one traveler only, and you cannot tap two people through with the same mobile ticket. If you’re traveling together, each person needs their own valid pass.
No, you cannot. If your pass has already been used or redeemed, it is non-refundable. You get a full refund if you cancel 24 hours before the date selected during booking.
It helps you skip ticket-machine queues, but there is no priority boarding. You still wait with everyone else for trams, buses, or the metro, especially during weekday rush hour and busy weekends.
Your pass stays valid, so you can switch to another GVB tram, bus, or metro without paying extra. It does not guarantee replacement transport, though, so check the GVB app for live reroutes and service alerts.
