Travel & Accomodation

 

Here you’ll find practical information on how to reach the conference venue at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) and suggestions for nearby accommodations. Please note that the listed hotels are recommendations only; we do not have formal partnerships with these establishments.

Getting to VU Amsterdam

From Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Zuid (closest station to VU):

  • Direct trains run every few minutes from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Zuid.

  • Travel time: ~6 minutes

  • Cost: approx. €3.50 (2nd class)

  • You can check in for metro and train travel using your debit or credit card, in addition to purchasing tickets at NS machines or online.

Useful Travel Tips

  • Consider purchasing an Amsterdam Travel Ticket for unlimited travel on trains, trams, and buses within the city.

  • Debit and credit card payments are also accepted at check-in points in the metro and trains.

  • Use 9292.nl or the NS app for real-time public transport planning.

  • Schiphol Airport has a train station directly under the terminal: no need to leave the airport building.