Netherlands: Train services suspended to and from AMS airport August 21

Event

Train services have been suspended to and from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and other stations in the Amsterdam area on the evening of Tuesday, August 21 (local time), due to a technical failure. Resultant road traffic congestion has been reported on the route to AMS. It is unclear when related train service disruptions will abate. Lingering rail and road transportation disruptions are expected in the coming hours, impacting travel times to and from AMS.

Advice

Individuals in Amsterdam, particularly those traveling via AMS, are advised to monitor developments to the situation, budget additional time for travel, anticipate increased demand for alternative transportation services, and confirm travel reservations.