If you’ve done some research on how to travel from Amsterdam to Keukenhof, you have probably seen one of the easiest options: the Keukenhof bus departing from This is Holland (some websites say A’DAM Tower, but it’s the same bus). How can you get there from Amsterdam Central station? Here’s our step-by-step guide with photos on how to get to This is Holland.
NEW! In 2026, you can also book this ticket with a flexible date, so that you can easily adapt plans to suit the weather. Before your visit, you’ll stop by the This is Holland office (close to Central Station) to select your preferred date and time.
Prices and tickets for the bus departing from This is Holland in 2026
| Ticket | Price in 2026 | Book online |
|---|---|---|
| Keukenhof entrance + bus (fixed date) | € 35 – € 52,50 | Book |
| Keukenhof entrance + bus (flexible date) | € 59,50 | Book |
| Return ticket (bus-only) | € 25 | Book |
Tulip Festival Card
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from € 54 | Book |
This Keukenhof transfer bus departs from Overhoeksplein 51.
From Amsterdam Central station take a free ferry across the IJ river (direction Buiksloterweg).
From the ferry pond, walk in the direction of A’DAM Lookout, the beautiful tall building with the red swing on top. This is Holland is just 2 minutes walk away.
Tip! Visit A’DAM Lookout when you’re back from Keukehof. Just look at these sunsets! By the way, a free entry to A’DAM Lookout is included in the I amsterdam City Card
You will see direction signs to the HopOnHopOff tours check-in.
At the entrance to This is Holland attraction you have to check-in with your online ticket. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure. After the check-in you will be guided to the bus.
And here it is, your comfortable coach bus to Keukenhof!
With this transfer you always get a guaranteed seat (unlike in public transport). Transfer buses depart from Amsterdam every 30 minutes from 08:00 till 15:30. You can stay at Keukenhof as long as you want. The last bus back to Amsterdam departs at 18:30, and you can take any bus – return times are flexible.
Departure point: Overhoeksplein 51.
Operated by: Hop On Hop Off Holland.
Travel time to Keukenhof from This is Holland: around 45 minutes (depending on the traffic).
Departures to Keukenhof in 2026: 08:00 – 15:30, every 30 minutes.
Last departure from Keukenhof to Amsterdam: at 18:30. You are free to choose any departure bus back.
Tickets: from € 39,50 to € 52,50, depending on the day and time. The price includes entrance to Keukenhof and transfer by bus. Check availability >>
Tip! If you already have Keukenhof entrance tickets, you can still travel by this bus – you just need to buy a bus-only ticket (from € 25). Check availability >>
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