Fares for 2027

Every year, public transport fares for urban and regional transport are determined using the National Fare Index (LTI). The index for 2027 is 4.43%.

The attachment provides an overview of the 2027 fares in Almere.

Basic fare and pay-as-you-go fare
The basic fare is the same throughout the Netherlands and will increase from €1.16 to €1.21. The fare per kilometre in Almere will increase from €0.209 to €0.218. An average 5-kilometre journey in Almere costs €2.21 in 2026 and will cost €2.30 in 2027. In addition, the national 34% age discount for passengers aged 65 and over will end. The 34% age discount for children aged 4 to 11 will remain.

NEW: Free travel for children with Kids Vrij
Good news for anyone travelling by public transport with children from 1 January 2027. Children aged 4 to 11 can travel for free when accompanied by someone aged 12 or older. To travel for free, your child needs a Kids Vrij subscription. Kids Vrij is free and is added to your child’s OV-pas. Find out more about Kids Vrij.

Single tickets
The price of most single tickets will increase slightly. This applies to tickets within Almere as well as regional tickets, such as the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket.

Subscriptions
The prices of discount subscriptions will remain the same, while subscriptions for unlimited travel will become more expensive. The minimum age for AllGo Vrij Dal Senior will also change to 67, in line with the Dutch state pension (AOW) age.