Car Rental at Amsterdam Centr. Train Station (2024)

FAQs

Car Rental at Amsterdam Centr. Train Station? ›

If you already have booked a hotel in the city centre of Amsterdam we do not recommend you to rent a car. Parking fees in the city centre are very high and most attractions in the centre are within walking distance. If you didn't book a hotel already we advise you to check out the hotels in the Amsterdam region.

If you already have booked a hotel in the city centre of Amsterdam we do not recommend you to rent a car. Parking fees in the city centre are very high and most attractions in the centre are within walking distance. If you didn't book a hotel already we advise you to check out the hotels in the Amsterdam region.

The distance between Amsterdam Centraal Station and Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk is 4 km.

In the popular central districts, it's also common to experience crowds on the streets, making driving conditions difficult for those new to the city. Not to mention the warren of trams and fast-cycling locals.

Good to know when renting in Amsterdam

You will need a valid driver's license and an identity card or passport. If your license is in a non-Roman alphabet like Chinese, you will also need an international driving permit. The minimum age to rent a car in the Netherlands is 21, having held a valid license for 2 years.

To rent a car in the Netherlands, you must be at least 21 years old (age may vary by car category) and have held your license for 1 year. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver surcharge. Seatbelts and child seats for children up to 40 lbs are mandatory.

Tourists are allowed to drive in the Netherlands on a valid state license, preferably in combination with an International Driver's License which may be obtained in the United States through the AAA.

Basic rules for driving in the Netherlands

You'll need to prove that you have car insurance cover so take the certificate with you (but you don't need a European 'green card') and you must carry with you documents that show the identity of the car, such as a V5 'logbook'.

Choose the best ways to get around Amsterdam

Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when getting around Amsterdam. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. Request a ride from an airport to a hotel, head to a restaurant, or visit another place.

Can a US citizen rent a car in Netherlands? ›

Do you need an international driver's licence to rent a car in the Netherlands? You do not need an International Driving Permit unless your national driver's licence is written in a non-roman alphabet. If that is the case, remember to bring both when you pick up your car rental.

If you live in the city, parking costs are also an regular part of your car costs. Especially in Amsterdam, parking can be pretty expensive. Parking in the city centre of Amsterdam costs €7,50 per hour on average. But don't worry: not al Dutch cities are as expensive as Amsterdam.

The cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam is walking, as the city is one of the most walkable in the world. The Dutch National Rail (Nederlandse Spoorwegen) provides a 14-17 minute train ride from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Central Station, costing approximately €5.50 per person.

Amsterdam by Car

Amsterdam is the sort of city where you don't really need a car at all. Nearly everything you require is likely to be on walking distance from your hotel. Amsterdam's public transportation system is excellent and will take you to all the sights and attractions of the city.

Tourist in the Netherlands

You are not going to live in the Netherlands, but are you here as a tourist? You are allowed to drive in the Netherlands with your foreign driving licence.