The distance from Amsterdam to Keukenhof is 40 km. Although there isn’t a train station close to Keukenhof, direct shuttle buses operate between Amsterdam and the gardens during the park’s opening season. In 2027, Keukenhof is open from 18 March to 9 May.
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Keukenhof buses from Amsterdam: brief overview
In 2027, there are three types of Keukenhof buses departing from Amsterdam. This often causes confusion among travelers, who ask: Can I take any bus back to Amsterdam? Do I get a reserved seat? Here are the main differences between these buses.
| Type of bus | Price | Guaranteed seat | Flexible return | Discount for children |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public transport (bus 852) | € 38,50 | No | Yes | Yes |
| Transfer bus from A’DAM Tower | From € 35 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Transfer bus from Amsterdam Centraal | From € 35 | Yes | No | Yes |
Taking a direct Keukenhof bus from Amsterdam is the most comfortable way to travel to Keukenhof. There are two transfer buses operating between Amsterdam and Keukenhof in 2027.
Keukenhof bus departing from the A’DAM Tower/ This is Holland
With this transfer you always get a guaranteed seat (unlike in public transport). Comfortable coach 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.
Good to know: for the 2027 season, 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/ A’Dam Tower
| Ticket | Price in 2027 | 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
| from € 54 | Book |
Departure point: Overhoeksplein 51.
Operated by: Hop On Hop Off Holland.
Travel time from Amsterdam to Keukenhof: around 45 minutes (depending on the traffic).
Departures to Keukenhof: 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.
- Here is a step-by-step guide with photos on how to get to This is Holland/ A’dam Tower.
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 >>
And if you plan to visit museums and attractions in Amsterdam, we recommend to buy the Tulip Festival Card (from €58) which includes:
- Keukenhof entrance and transfer by bus departing from This is Holland
- Canal cruise with audioguide in Amsterdam
- Tulip Festival digital guide
- 10% discount on your next booking (you can use it to book museum tickets).
Read more: Tulip Festival card in 2027: is it worth it?
How to get to the departure point? Take a free GVB ferry from Amsterdam Central Station to the opposite side of the IJ river (direction Buiksloterweg), where This is Holland is just 2 minutes walk away.
You will see direction signs to This is Holland.
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. During the check-in, you will also receive a return ticket to Amsterdam. After that you will be guided to the bus.
Tip! Visit A’DAM Lookout when you’re back from Keukenhof. Just look at these sunsets! By the way, a free entry to A’DAM Lookout is included in the I amsterdam City Card
Tours & Tickets Keukenhof bus from Amsterdam Centraal station
Tickets: from € 35. The ticket price includes entrance to Keukenhof and two-way ride by the shuttle bus. Book your transfer online >>
Departure point: De Ruijterkade, 34 (the opposite side of the Central train station of Amsterdam). Before departure you have to check-in with your online ticket at the Tours & Tickets office.
Operated by: Tours & Tickets.
Travel time from Amsterdam to Keukenhof: around 45 minutes (depending on the traffic).
Departures to Keukenhof: 09:00 – 15:30.
Public transport bus from Amsterdam to Keukenhof
You can also travel from Amsterdam to Keukenhof by direct public transport bus line 852 from Amsterdam RAI/ Europaplein. It’s slightly cheaper than the Keukenhof transfer bus. Bus 852 tickets for the 2027 season are not available yet — in 2026, the combi-ticket cost € 38,50 for adults and € 17,50 for kids; we’ll update this as soon as the 2027 fares are announced.
Please note:
- if you travel with a combi-ticket, you will need a separate public transport ticket to travel from Amsterdam center to Amsterdam RAI by metro line 52.
- on KeukenhofBuzz 852 you don’t get a guaranteed seat. On a busy day some travellers might have to stand.
Enjoy your visit to Keukenhof in 2027!
Related articles:
- Visit Keukenhof in 2027: plan your visit
- How to travel to Keukenhof from Amsterdam?
- Tulip Festivals in Amsterdam in 2027
- Flower Parade near Keukenhof: Saturday 17 April, 2027
- Tulip Festival Card
About the author:
Written by a local
Anastasia Dudina
I’ve been living in the Netherlands since 2013 and exploring it ever since. I write and update all articles on Amsterdam Explorer and Holland Explorer myself: real tips, not tourist traps.