International residents and travelers in the northern Netherlands planning to visit Amsterdam should brace for significant travel disruptions this weekend. Major roadworks and train service interruptions bound for Amsterdam Centraal are set to cause delays. Here’s what you need to know.
Avoid the capital if possible this weekend
If you’re planning a trip to Amsterdam this weekend, you are being advised to consider alternative destinations due to major roadworks and the closure of the main railway station, Amsterdam Centraal. Disruptions will significantly impact both road and train travel.
Full stop on Saturday: No trains to Amsterdam Centraal
- No Trains on June 29: No trains will operate to, from, or via Amsterdam Centraal station on Saturday, June 29.
- Limited services on June 30 and July 1: Limited train services will be available on Sunday, June 30, and Monday, July 1.
Alternative travel options:
- Plan your journey: Use the NS travel planner to plan your trip and check for alternative routes and schedules.
- Consider bus travel: NS replacement buses will operate on certain routes.
- Allow extra travel time: Expect longer travel times due to the reduced train services and detours.
International train services:
Modified schedules: International trains will also operate on a modified schedule during these three days and will not stop at Amsterdam Centraal.
Additional information:
- NS International: For more information on international train services, visit the NS International website.
- ProRail: For updates on the Amsterdam Centraal station renovation project, visit the ProRail website.
- Major roadworks on A10 Zuid Motorway
- Southbound closure: The A10 Zuid motorway will be closed in the direction of Utrecht/Hengelo from Friday, June 28 at 10:00 PM to Monday, July 1, 2024 at 5:00 AM.
- Detour routes: Traffic will be diverted via the A4, A9, and A2 motorways. Expect additional travel time of up to 60 minutes.
Plan your trip like a pro
Given the significant impact on both road and rail travel, it is crucial for travelers to plan their journeys ahead of time, utilize alternative routes, and stay updated through the available travel planners and information services.
