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Netherlands

Bikes, canals, and an app for every raindrop

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The Netherlands has outstanding public transit, but locals rely heavily on the NS and 9292 apps to navigate it. Cash is rarely accepted; contactless card payments are the norm everywhere, and Tikkie is how Dutch people split bills.

9 apps4 essentialEurope

Last updated: March 2026

NS

Essential

Official Dutch rail app for buying tickets, checking live train times, platform info, and disruption alerts across the entire national rail network.

Pro tip: Buy and store tickets directly in the app . no need to queue at station machines.

9292

Essential

All-in-one Dutch public transport planner combining trains, trams, metros, buses, and ferries from every provider with real-time updates.

Pro tip: Use 9292 over Google Maps for Dutch transit . it pulls live data from all operators more reliably.
View Transit guide →

Uber

Nice to have

Dominant ride-hailing service in the Netherlands, available in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht.

Pro tip: Useful for late-night rides when public transit stops.

Bolt

Nice to have

Popular Uber alternative in major Dutch cities, often with slightly lower fares.

View Ride Hailing guide →

Thuisbezorgd

Essential

The Netherlands' largest food delivery platform with thousands of restaurants nationwide and over 5 million monthly users.

Pro tip: Has far wider coverage outside Amsterdam than Uber Eats . the go-to for smaller Dutch cities and towns.

Uber Eats

Nice to have

Strong second option for food delivery in major Dutch cities, with a curated selection of trendier restaurants.

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