Amsterdam Airport Express Bus 397
fast & cheap transfer: Airport Schiphol ↔ city center
The Amsterdam Airport Express Bus (Connexxion line 397) offers a convenient and direct transfer from Schiphol Airport to the city center of Amsterdam.
You will find in our travel guide all the important information, such as departure times, travel times, stops and our tips for buying tickets.
Airport Express Bus 397: Fast and cheap connection to the city center
Connexxion Airport Express Bus 397: travel times and current ticket prices (2023)
The Airport Express Bus is operated by the Dutch public transport company Connexxion.
That is why you will sometimes find the term Connexxion 397 for the Airport Express Bus 397.
Operating hours & journey time
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is located approximately 18 km (11 miles) from downtown Amsterdam. The Airport Express bus runs 24/7.
The transfer time from the airport to the city center depends on the bus stop at which you want to get off. An average trip takes about 30 min.
You can find more information below, where we have listed all stops with travel time.
How often does the Connexxion Airport Express Bus 397 run? Frequency
In addition to travel time, the frequency of service is also important for passengers.
During the day (5 a.m. – midnight) the bus runs every 7-10 minutes. This means only short waiting times at the bus stop.
At night (midnight – 5 a.m.) the bus N97 – Niteliner N97 – serves the airport transfer. It runs every 30 minutes and serves more stops. Therefore, it has a longer travel time.
Current ticket price (2023)
Currently, (2023) a ticket for a one-way ticket costs €6.50.
A return ticket costs €11.75. With this ticket, you save €1.25 compared to buying 2 one-way tickets.
Our tips for buying tickets
1 Online tickets save time and stress
If you buy your ticket online before your trip, you save yourself the hassle of searching for the ticket machines, queuing and having to deal with foreign language problems.
You can buy your tickets for the Amsterdam Airport Express Bus – at no extra charge – online via this English language website before your journey.
No cash is accepted on the bus for security reasons. Therefore, it is convenient to have the right ticket already in your pocket.
2 Buy ticket for bus 397 and day ticket / multi-day ticket for public transport in Amsterdam online
Most visitors use the well-developed public transport system in Amsterdam to discover the city.
You can also buy a day ticket or multi day ticket for public transport in Amsterdam online before your trip:→ Online ticket for bus 397 – buy here
→ Online ticket for bus 397 + day ticket or multi day ticket for local transport Amsterdam – buy here
Airport bus 397: Stop plan & map
Here you can find all stops of the line 397, travel times may change slightly due to the traffic situation.
Many hotels and accommodations are close to the stops
Airport Express Bus 397 stops
In the map above, you can see the stops of the airport express bus line 397. Here are some important destinations that are located at the stops:
Schiphol Airport
You will find the stop directly in front of the central main entrance, “Schiphol Plaza”.
The bus stop “Schiphol Airport” is located directly in front of the main entrance to the terminal.
Amstelveenseweg
Interchanges for local public transport
Haarlemmermeerstation
Emmastraat
Emmastraat
Here you will find some popular hotels like Hilton Amsterdam, The Alfred Hotel or the Apple Inn Hotel.
Several important art museums are located around the spacious Museumplein.
Leidseplein is a central, famous square in the center of Amsterdam. It is a popular nightlife area with many restaurants, bars and cafés and the theatres “De Balie” and “Theater Bellevue”.
Leidseplein: central, busy square in Amsterdam (Image: Kleon3, CC 2.0 license)
“Elandsgracht bus station” terminal stop
The Elandsgracht bus stop is a transfer hub for regional and local transport on the corner of Elandsgracht and Marnixstraat. It is located on the west side of the center of Amsterdam.
At the terminus you can change to numerous local transport services. If you have already bought the right ticket online, this will save you time and stress in Amsterdam. (Image: © The STB)
Wi-Fi, luggage …
Airport Express buses have free Wi-Fi and charging options for smartphones and more.
The buses have a deep entry. So you can easily take your luggage and possibly a pram with you on the bus.
Amsterdam map with bus stops
On our interactive Amsterdam map, you will find the bus stops marked with an orange bus symbol. This way you can easily see at which bus stop, for example, your accommodation is located.
Our tips for buying local transport tickets
1
Online tickets save time and stress
If you buy your ticket online before your trip, you save yourself the hassle of searching for the ticket machines, queuing and having to deal with foreign language problems.
You can buy your tickets for the Amsterdam Airport Express Bus – at no extra charge – online via this English language website before your journey.
No cash is accepted on the bus for security reasons. Therefore, it is convenient to have the right ticket already in your pocket.
2 Buy ticket for bus 397 and day ticket / multi-day ticket for public transport in Amsterdam online
Most visitors use the well-developed public transport system in Amsterdam to discover the city. You can also buy a day ticket or multi day ticket for public transport in Amsterdam online before your trip:
→ Online ticket for bus 397 – buy here
→ Online ticket for bus 397 + day ticket or multi day ticket for local transport Amsterdam – buy here
Alternatives to the bus 397 for the transfer airport ↔ city centre
Besides the bus, there are also alternatives for travelling to the city centre or the surroundings of Amsterdam.
More information in this travel guide:
Frequently asked questions to our travel guide – FAQ 2023
Is there a bus connection from Schiphol Airport to the centre of Amsterdam?
Yes, the bus line “Connexxion 397” or also called “Amsterdam Airport Express Bus” offers a cheap and direct connection from Schiphol Airport to the city centre of Amsterdam.
You can find all the important information in our free online travel guide, such as stops, departure times, journey times and our tips for buying tickets.
How often does the Amsterdam Airport Express Bus 397 run?
Bus 397 of the Connexxion bus company runs frequently:
During the day (5am – midnight) the bus runs every 7-10 minutes. This means little waiting time at the bus stop.
At night (24.00 – 5.00) the bus N97 – Niteliner N97 takes over. It runs every 30 min and serves more stops. That is why the journey time is longer at night.
How much does a bus ticket from the airport to the centre of Amsterdam cost in 2023?
The Amsterdam Airport Express Bus 397 offers a cheap and direct connection from Schiphol Airport to the city centre of Amsterdam.
Currently, (2023) a one-way ticket costs €6.50. A return ticket costs €11.75. So you save €1.25 with this ticket compared to buying 2 one-way tickets.
For more tips on the Airport Express Bus and how to save time and money when buying tickets, see our travel guide.
Where are the stops of the Amsterdam Airport Express Bus 397?
The bus stop at the airport is directly in front of the central main entrance, “Schiphol Plaza”. In our travel guide, you will find a map with all the stops.
You will also find information on journey times, current ticket prices (2023) and tips on buying tickets.
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