Taxi to cruise terminals and Dutch attractions
A pre-booked taxi to a cruise terminal, Giethoorn or Zaanse Schans is door to door and particularly practical with luggage or a group. Compare the live vehicle price with current public transport for your date; the best option varies by party.
Short answer
A taxi to the Cruise Terminal (Amsterdam or Rotterdam), Giethoorn or the Zaanse Schans is most useful when you travel with luggage, a group or a tight schedule. You book in advance at a fixed price for the whole vehicle, with no night, rush-hour or weekend surcharge, and travel door to door without transfers.
Cruise Terminal: from Schiphol straight to the ship
Cruise guests often land at Schiphol and board the same day. A taxi picks you up at Departures 3, Door C and drives straight to the terminal. Your flight is tracked and the driver waits 70 minutes free after landing.
Giethoorn and the Zaanse Schans
Giethoorn takes several transfers by public transport; a van is a comfortable way to go together, and stops on the way are included in the price. The Zaanse Schans is close to Amsterdam and Schiphol; a taxi takes you straight to the windmills and picks you up at an agreed time.
Taxi or train for a day trip?
Alone or as a couple the train is usually cheaper. As a group you share one fixed price; with a full van the per-person price can come close to a train ticket, door to door and without transfers. Check it in the calculator. See also group transport for up to 8 people.
Frequently asked questions
Where am I picked up at Schiphol for my cruise?▾
Always at Departures 3, Door C. Your flight is tracked and the driver waits 70 minutes free after landing.
Is there a surcharge at weekends or early morning?▾
No. No night, rush-hour or weekend surcharge: the same fixed price at any time.
Can I pick someone up on the way to Giethoorn?▾
Yes, add a stop when booking.
Is a taxi to the Zaanse Schans cheaper than the train?▾
Usually not alone or as a couple. As a group you share one fixed price, so the price per person drops considerably.
Related guides
Schiphol taxi with children: child-seat rules
Dutch taxis have a legal exception to the normal child-seat rule. Children under 3 may travel without a child seat only in the rear; children aged 3 and over but under 1.35 metres use the rear seat belt. Bringing a suitable seat remains the safest practical choice.
Business taxi to Schiphol: invoice and VAT
Business taxi travel requires a complete invoice stating the carrier, customer, journey date, amounts and VAT. Dutch passenger transport falls under the 9% VAT rate; whether input VAT is deductible depends on your circumstances and should be checked with your accountant.
When to leave for Schiphol: city table
Work backwards from your flight: start with your airline’s current advice, then subtract door-to-door travel time and a traffic margin. Schiphol generally states 2 hours for European and 3 hours for intercontinental flights; your airline’s instruction may differ.