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Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station

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Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

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Departs

Amsterdam, IJplein

North Holland

4m
0.3 nm

Arrives

Amsterdam, Centraal Station

North Holland

Operated byGVB logoGVB
Route F2160 sailings listed0.3 nm
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At a glance

The Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station ferry takes about 4m, with 160 listed sailings between 06:26 and 23:50. It is operated by GVB.

First sailing
06:26
Last sailing
23:50
Sailings listed
160
Crossing
4m

Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
06:2606:304mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
06:3206:364mGVBMon–Fri
06:3806:424mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
06:4406:484mGVBMon–Fri
06:5006:544mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
06:5607:004mGVBMon–Fri
07:0207:064mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
07:0807:124mGVBMon–Fri
07:1407:184mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
07:2007:244mGVBMon–Fri
07:2607:304mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
07:3207:364mGVBMon–Fri
07:3807:424mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
07:4407:484mGVBMon–Fri
07:5007:544mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
07:5608:004mGVBMon–Fri
08:0208:064mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
08:0808:124mGVBMon–Fri
08:1408:184mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
08:2008:244mGVBMon–Fri
08:2608:304mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
08:3208:364mGVBMon–Fri
08:3808:424mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
08:4408:484mGVBMon–Fri
08:5008:544mGVBMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
08:5609:004mGVBMon–Fri
09:0209:064mGVBDaily
09:0809:124mGVBMon–Fri
09:1409:184mGVBDaily
09:2009:244mGVBMon–Fri
09:2609:304mGVBDaily
09:3209:364mGVBMon–Fri
09:3809:424mGVBDaily
09:4409:484mGVBMon–Fri
09:5009:544mGVBDaily
09:5610:004mGVBMon–Fri
10:0210:064mGVBDaily
10:0810:124mGVBMon–Fri
10:1410:184mGVBDaily
10:2010:244mGVBMon–Fri
10:2610:304mGVBDaily
10:3210:364mGVBMon–Fri
10:3810:424mGVBDaily
10:4410:484mGVBMon–Fri
10:5010:544mGVBDaily
10:5611:004mGVBMon–Fri
11:0211:064mGVBDaily
11:0811:124mGVBDaily
11:1411:184mGVBDaily
11:2011:244mGVBDaily
11:2611:304mGVBDaily
11:3211:364mGVBDaily
11:3811:424mGVBDaily
11:4411:484mGVBDaily
11:5011:544mGVBDaily
11:5612:004mGVBDaily
12:0212:064mGVBDaily
12:0812:124mGVBDaily
12:1412:184mGVBDaily
12:2012:244mGVBDaily
12:2612:304mGVBDaily
12:3212:364mGVBDaily
12:3812:424mGVBDaily
12:4412:484mGVBDaily
12:5012:544mGVBDaily
12:5613:004mGVBDaily
13:0213:064mGVBDaily
13:0813:124mGVBDaily
13:1413:184mGVBDaily
13:2013:244mGVBDaily
13:2613:304mGVBDaily
13:3213:364mGVBDaily
13:3813:424mGVBDaily
13:4413:484mGVBDaily
13:5013:544mGVBDaily
13:5614:004mGVBDaily
14:0214:064mGVBDaily
14:0814:124mGVBDaily
14:1414:184mGVBDaily
14:2014:244mGVBDaily
14:2614:304mGVBDaily
14:3214:364mGVBDaily
14:3814:424mGVBDaily
14:4414:484mGVBDaily
14:5014:544mGVBDaily
14:5615:004mGVBDaily
15:0215:064mGVBDaily
15:0815:124mGVBDaily
15:1415:184mGVBDaily
15:2015:244mGVBDaily
15:2615:304mGVBDaily
15:3215:364mGVBDaily
15:3815:424mGVBDaily
15:4415:484mGVBDaily
15:5015:544mGVBDaily
15:5616:004mGVBDaily
16:0216:064mGVBDaily
16:0816:124mGVBDaily
16:1416:184mGVBDaily
16:2016:244mGVBDaily
16:2616:304mGVBDaily
16:3216:364mGVBDaily
16:3816:424mGVBDaily
16:4416:484mGVBDaily
16:5016:544mGVBDaily
16:5617:004mGVBDaily
17:0217:064mGVBDaily
17:0817:124mGVBDaily
17:1417:184mGVBDaily
17:2017:244mGVBDaily
17:2617:304mGVBDaily
17:3217:364mGVBDaily
17:3817:424mGVBDaily
17:4417:484mGVBDaily
17:5017:544mGVBDaily
17:5618:004mGVBDaily
18:0218:064mGVBDaily
18:0818:124mGVBMon–Fri
18:1418:184mGVBDaily
18:2018:244mGVBMon–Fri
18:2618:304mGVBDaily
18:3218:364mGVBMon–Fri
18:3818:424mGVBDaily
18:4418:484mGVBMon–Fri
18:5018:544mGVBDaily
18:5619:004mGVBMon–Fri
19:0219:064mGVBDaily
19:0819:124mGVBMon–Fri
19:1419:184mGVBDaily
19:2019:244mGVBMon–Fri
19:2619:304mGVBDaily
19:3219:364mGVBMon–Fri
19:3819:424mGVBDaily
19:4419:484mGVBMon–Fri
19:5019:544mGVBDaily
19:5620:004mGVBMon–Fri
20:0220:064mGVBDaily
20:0820:124mGVBMon–Fri
20:1420:184mGVBDaily
20:2020:244mGVBMon–Fri
20:2620:304mGVBDaily
20:3220:364mGVBMon–Fri
20:3820:424mGVBDaily
20:4420:484mGVBMon–Fri
20:5020:544mGVBDaily
21:0221:064mGVBDaily
21:1421:184mGVBDaily
21:2621:304mGVBDaily
21:3821:424mGVBDaily
21:5021:544mGVBDaily
22:0222:064mGVBDaily
22:1422:184mGVBDaily
22:2622:304mGVBDaily
22:3822:424mGVBDaily
22:5022:544mGVBDaily
23:0223:064mGVBDaily
23:1423:184mGVBDaily
23:2623:304mGVBDaily
23:3823:424mGVBDaily
23:5023:544mGVBDaily

Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.

About the Amsterdam, IJplein – Amsterdam, Centraal Station crossing

The Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station ferry offers a swift and essential connection across the IJ river in the heart of the Netherlands. This domestic route is a vital link for commuters and visitors alike, connecting the lively Amsterdam-Noord district with the bustling city center.

Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station Ferry Details

This short but frequent ferry service connects the northern bank of the IJ river at Amsterdam, IJplein with the southern bank, right beside the iconic Amsterdam, Centraal Station. It's an integral part of Amsterdam's public transport network, making it incredibly convenient for onward travel by train, tram, or metro.

Crossing Duration and Frequency

The crossing from Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station is remarkably quick, typically taking only 4 minutes. This makes it one of the fastest ferry connections in the city. Operated by GVB, this route is exceptionally frequent, with approximately 160 active sailings listed daily. Ferries run continuously from early morning, with the first departure around 06:26, until late in the evening, with the last sailing at approximately 23:50. This daily service ensures reliable transport throughout the day, every day of the week.

Operator and Vessels

The Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station route is exclusively operated by GVB, the municipal public transport company of Amsterdam.

For those planning a return journey, information on the Amsterdam, Centraal Station to Amsterdam, IJplein ferry is also available. From Centraal Station, you can also find connections to other parts of Amsterdam-Noord, such as the Amsterdam, Centraal Station to Amsterdam, Buiksloterweg ferry.

Vehicles, pets & onboard

  • Free IJ crossings behind Centraal Station
  • OVpay with debit card, phone or watch
  • Amsterdam Travel Ticket covering several carriers
  • Lift and escalator outage notices

Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.

Getting to & from the ports

Departure port

Amsterdam, IJplein

North Holland

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

Amsterdam, Centraal Station

North Holland

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station ferry take?

The crossing is very quick, typically taking only 4 minutes.

How many sailings are there per day on this route?

There are approximately 160 active sailings listed daily, making it a highly frequent service.

Which operator serves the Amsterdam, IJplein to Amsterdam, Centraal Station ferry?

This route is exclusively operated by GVB, Amsterdam's municipal public transport company.

Does this ferry run daily?

Yes, the ferry service operates daily, providing continuous connections throughout the week.

What are the first and last sailing times for this route?

The first sailing departs around 06:26, and the last sailing is approximately at 23:50.

Which ports do the ferries depart from and arrive at?

Ferries depart from Amsterdam, IJplein and arrive at Amsterdam, Centraal Station, both located within the Netherlands.

Is this an international ferry crossing?

No, this is a domestic ferry route connecting two points within Amsterdam, Netherlands.

How much does a ticket cost?

Ticket prices vary by operator, season and whether you bring a vehicle. Check the operator (GVB) for current fares.

Can I do this as a day trip?

A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 4m and several sailings a day (first 06:26, last 23:50), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.

Does the ferry run all year?

Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.

Can I take a car on this ferry?

GVB does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.

Can I take a pet on this ferry?

Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with GVB, so declare your pet when booking.

Continue your journey

Onward sailings from Amsterdam, Centraal Station

Plan a multi-leg trip — these ferries depart Amsterdam, Centraal Station.

Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Amsterdam, IJplein or Amsterdam, Centraal Station

Nearby links that share a quay with this one.

Timetable valid Sep 11, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026.Schedule data compiled from OVapi, the Dutch national public-transport open-data feed.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 13, 2026.

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