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To help you plan your travels, below you will find some information about getting around in the Netherlands and how to get to the WICC. Disclaimer: All information on this page is based on information available at the time of writing. Things may have changed by the time you read this so please check the correctness of this information before starting your journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the information there are references to some practical apps for your mobile phone that will help you get around. The main train stations (including Schiphol, Utrecht and Ede-Wageningen) and most NS Intercity trains have free wifi but service is not always guaranteed. International data roaming on your phone is recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Train travel update<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you intend to travel by train from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Ede-Wageningen part of your journey may be by bus. Due to construction works on the tracks, trains do not ride between Driebergen-Zeist and Ede-Wageningen until August 19th 01:15 hr.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


At Driebergen Zeist station an NS-bus will be waiting to bring you to Ede-Wageningen station. This is part of your train travel to Ede-Wageningen, so no need to buy separate tickets for the bus. At Driebergen-Zeist station you need to \u2018check out\u2019 and when entering the NS-bus you \u2018check in\u2019 again. Don\u2019t forget to \u2018check out\u2019 when arriving at Ede-Wageningen to complete your journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


See the section Public transport tickets<\/a> <\/strong>on the travel page for details about \u2018checking in and out\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get to the Congress Centre<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you live in Europe, most practical is to come by car<\/a> or train<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For international air travellers, Schiphol Airport (Amsterdam) is the most convenient airport. For European air travellers D\u00fcsseldorf Airport is an alternative at about the same distance but in the opposite direction from Wageningen. Main downside is that booking of international train tickets to get from D\u00fcsseldorf to Wageningen is a bit more complicated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you arrive by plane at Schiphol Airport or D\u00fcsseldorf Airport, you have several choices to get to the WICC. You can travel by taxi<\/a>, rental car<\/a> or public transport<\/a> (a combination of train and bus). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Driving in the Netherlands<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On certain motorway sections the speed limit remains 100 km\/h (speedd limit sign 100 without time indication) or<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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changes to 120 km\/h (speed limit sign 120 with time indication 19-6h)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Note, the speed limit indicated above the lanes is mandatory, it is not an advice. During the night-time hours the general speed limit changes to 130 km\/h.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always keep the rightmost lane. You can be fined if you drive unnecessarily in the middle or left lane. Only switch lanes to overtake the car in front of you and go back to the rightmost lane as soon as possible. You are not allowed to overtake on the right unless you are in a traffic jam. During peak hours on certain Dutch motorways, the hard shoulder and a left-side lane can be utilized as rush hour lanes. This is indicated by specific signs: lanes with a green arrow are open for traffic, lanes with a red cross are not allowed to be used. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In built-up areas, indicated by a long rectangular blue sign with the name of the town, the general speed limit is 50 km\/h unless indicated otherwise.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Outside these areas, the general speed limit is 100 km\/h on main highways (square blue sign with a white car) and 80 km\/h on other rural ways, but also sections where 60 km\/h is the limit are quite common. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Continuous lines on both sides of the road and\/or a continuous green centre line indicate a speed limit of 100 km\/h, intermittent lines on the side 80 km\/h. However, speed limit signs have priority over these markings. Often, the small hectometre markings along the road have reminders of the speed limit. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Seat belts are compulsory for car drivers and all passengers, regardless if they are in the front or back seat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is prohibited to hold electronic devices, such as mobile phones, in your hand while operating a moving vehicle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information check the booklet Participating in Dutch Traffic<\/a> or the more extensive Road Traffic Signs and Regulations in the Netherlands<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taxi<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The official taxis in the Netherlands are quite expensive. Maximum tariffs for 2025 are \u20ac4.15 starting tariff plus \u20ac3.05 per km plus \u20ac0.50 per minute. Taxi companies may charge less. Prices must be posted well visible behind one of the taxi windows. You can recognize official taxis by their blue license plates. When taxis are waiting in line you have a free choice of which taxi you take. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can book a taxi from Schiphol to Wageningen at Taxicentrale Schiphol<\/a> or TCN Taxi Service<\/a>. The price is in the order of \u20ac125 one way when booked in advance (based on the maximum tariff it would be \u20ac320). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A taxi from Ede-Wageningen station to the Congress Centre is still in the order of \u20ac45 based on the maximum tariff. You could try Uber or a similar service if available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rental car<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to rent a car, check Car Rental Schiphol<\/a> or the rental company of your choice. By car from Schiphol to Wageningen is a good 1-hour drive of 95 km, mainly motorway. From D\u00fcsseldorf Airport it is 140 km which takes about 1.5 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Schiphol, take the A4 towards Amsterdam\/Haarlem\/Utrecht and soon after the A9 towards Groningen\/Utrecht\/Amstelveen. After 12 km take the A2\/E35 towards Utrecht. After 27 km keep the right-hand lane and switch to the E30\/E35 towards Arnhem. Follow the A12\/E30 and after 40 km take exit 24 towards Wageningen\/Bennekom. Turn onto the N781 direction Wageningen\/Bennekom. After 5 km turn right on the N225 towards Centrum. After 1.5 km the WICC will be on your left. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But best use a navigation system or Google Maps to give you directions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public transport<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To get to the WICC by public transport, take the train<\/a> to Ede-Wageningen station and from there a bus to Wageningen Busstation. The WICC is along the same road as the bus station, 450 m \/ 0.3 mi to the right on the opposite side of the road. There is a pedestrian crossing opposite the main entrance of the WICC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When using a journey planner for public transport, set your destination to Wageningen Busstation. Do not select Wageningen Lawickse Allee as destination because that will select a bus stop further away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For information on and tickets for all public transport visit 9292<\/a> or install the 9292 app on your phone. In the 9292 app you can plan your whole route and indicate for which section(s) you want e-tickets. The e-tickets will be stored in the app. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For trains there is an alternative. Most trains are run by the NS (Nederlandse Spoorwegen). You can buy your ticket online at the NS website<\/a> and pay with your credit card. You then will receive an e-ticket by e-mail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can install the NS app on your phone (Android and iPhone, check Travel Information on the NS website). The app contains a journey planner that also shows you which bus to take if you set your destination to Wageningen Busstation. The journey planner has up-to-date information on delays and detours. You can also buy your train ticket through the NS app, but not the bus ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For international trains from D\u00fcsseldorf Airport you will need to install the NS International app. Note however that not all international tickets can be bought online or with the app. Check carefully before you leave. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Train<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Schiphol, the direct train (Intercity with destination Nijmegen) departs every 30 minutes. Travel time is about 1 hour. Due to track maintenance the Intercity train from Schiphol to Ede-Wageningen via Utrecht will be replaced by an express bus between Driebergen-Zeist and Ede-Wageningen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you just missed the direct train, you can take the Intercity with destination Venlo 15 minutes later and transfer to the Intercity to Nijmegen at Utrecht Central station. Transfer time at Utrecht Central station is 5 minutes, assuming all trains run on time. Ticket price one way is \u20ac 18,00 second class or \u20ac 30,60 first class. The train ticket will get you to your destination regardless of which NS train you take, as long as it is in the general direction of your destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From D\u00fcsseldorf Airport there is an hourly train towards the Netherlands. At Arnhem Central station you can switch trains to the Intercity to Ede-Wageningen station or directly take a bus to Wageningen Busstation. Ticket price from D\u00fcsseldorf to Ede-Wageningen station one way is \u20ac41.10 second class or \u20ac66.70 first class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bus ticket from Ede-Wageningen train station to Wageningen Busstation is \u20ac3.00. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public transport tickets<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Public transport (in Dutch Openbaar Vervoer, OV) in the Netherlands is cashless. There is a single payment system, OVpay, for all public transport (train, tram, bus, metro and ferry). You will need a contactless card or mobile phone to use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are three main ways to pay for your fare: <\/p>\n\n\n\n