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Airports: Amsterdam

Flights from UK airports to Amsterdam land at Schiphol airport. Public transport links from Schiphol airport to the city are excellent, with a train service running every ten to 15 minutes from beneath Schiphol Plaza to Centraal Station and taking only 20 minutes.

Ticket vending machines are in the central court of Schiphol Plaza near the escalators down to the platforms.

A taxi ride will take between 20 and 45 minutes depending on the traffic.

There is also a minivan service - Schiphol Travel Taxi - which should cost around €20 per person.

For more information on Amsterdam Schiphol airport, go to: www.schiphol.nl

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