FAQs
Your trips will be settled at the bank linked to your debit or credit card. You will see the cost of your travel as a single amount on your bank statement a day later. How much does my trip cost with OVpay? Travelling with OVpay costs the same as travelling with OV-chipcard at full fare.
How do I unblock my OVpay card? ›
If you miss your check-out 12 times, your OV-chipkaart will be temporarily blocked. You can get your card unblocked by contacting the transport provider that you last checked in with.
Can tourists use OVpay? ›
For visitors to the Netherlands, OVpay is the best way to check in and out when travelling by public transport. You only need your debit or credit card to easily travel throughout the country by train, tram, bus or metro.
What is the best public transport card for Amsterdam? ›
If you are going to spend several days in the capital city and plan visiting other towns in the country, purchasing an OV-chipkaart is the best idea. You will be charged according to the distance of each journey. The smart card costs 7.50€ and it is rechargeable.
Can you travel in the Netherlands without OV-chipkaart? ›
Yes. With glimble, you can travel without an OV-chipkaart. You book an e-ticket for each ride. When travelling by train, you can use your e-ticket to open ticket gates at the station.
What cards are accepted by OVpay? ›
OVpay payment options
You can check in and out with: contactless debit cards from ABN AMRO, ASN Bank, Bunq, Knab, ING, Rabobank, Regiobank, Triodos or SNS. contactless credit cards from Mastercard or VISA (including those issued by ICS)
Is an OV-chipkaart cheaper than a ticket? ›
Yes, checking in and out with your contactless debit or credit card is cheaper than buying a regular ticket from the bus driver. The price for your trip is the same as when you travel with your OV-chipkaart without a discount or season ticket.
How much does an OV-chipkaart cost? ›
A personal OV-chipkaart costs € 7,50 and is valid for five years. You will receive your new card within six working days. Please note: there is no mail delivery on Mondays. Is your card expired, lost or broken?
How to check in with OVpay? ›
How OVpay works. Simply hold your contactless debit or credit card, or mobile up to the card reader or gate and – beep! – you've checked in. When you arrive at your destination, check out the same way.
Can I use my phone for an OV chip card? ›
Simply hold your card or phone to the card reader and you're all checked in. Make sure you always use the same device or contactless card to check in and out – this will help you pay the right fare.
- If you've checked in on the bus, tram or subway and you've forgotten to check out, a standard (full) fee of € 4,00 is charged from the Chip Card. - When checked in on the train and you've forgotten to check out, a standard (full) fee of € 20,00 is charged from the Chip Card.
How much is OVpay? ›
The price you pay will be the same as a standard ticket or trip with the OV-chipkaart without subscriptions or discounts. Do you want to review your travel itinerary from a previous day?
How much does the tram cost in Amsterdam with OV-chipkaart? ›
In Amsterdam the single can be bought as a disposable OV-chip card and is valid for 1 hour travel on GVB public transport (bus/metro/tram) including any transfers. It costs €3.40 and is activated on first check-in. Single tickets should only really be considered if you are going to make just 1 or 2 trips in a day.
