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Senior transport in the Netherlands: solutions and support in 2026

Wmo transport, adapted taxis and accompaniment: transport options for Dutch seniors

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Transport and mobility - Senior transport in the Netherlands: solutions and support in 2026 | Askaide

Elderly transport in the Netherlands: an exemplary system

The Netherlands leads in accessible transport for elderly people. With 20% over 65 (3.56M seniors), the government invests €1.2 billion yearly in transport accessibility.

Trouver Transport à Pays-Bas - Askaide
Photo : Trouver un prestataire Transport à Pays-Bas / Askaide

Public transport

98% low-floor buses, level-platform trams, free NS Reisassistentie service, fully accessible metro.

Prestataire Transport Pays-Bas - Askaide
Photo : Prestataire Transport à Pays-Bas via Askaide

Wmo-vervoer

Door-to-door subsidised transport at €0.20/km, available 6am-midnight, 7 days/week.

Transport entre particuliers Pays-Bas - Askaide
Photo : Professionnel Transport en intervention à Pays-Bas / Askaide

Adapted cycling

80% of 65-75 year-olds still cycle. Tricycles, e-bikes, side-by-side tandems, mobility scooters. Wmo subsidies of 25-50%. See sustainable mobility in the Netherlands.

Service de Transport Pays-Bas - Askaide
Photo : Service de Transport entre particuliers à Pays-Bas / Askaide

Senior fares

65+ Dal Voordeel: 40% off trains for €5/month. Regiotaxi: €3-5 per trip.

Transport à Pays-Bas - Askaide
Photo : Transport à Pays-Bas — illustration / Askaide

Top cities

Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Eindhoven. See choosing transport with Askaide.

Medical transport

Zittend ziekenvervoer: 100% covered for recurring treatments. Free ambulance.

Askaide

On Askaide, find adapted transport for elderly in the Netherlands. Including moving help in the Netherlands.

FAQ

Our best tips

  • Apply at your gemeente (municipality). A Wmo consultant assesses needs during a home visit. If approved, you get a Wmo pass. Cost: 0.18€/km. Timeline: 2-6 weeks.
  • Wmo: 0.18€/km. Valys: 0.15€/km. Private adapted taxi: 25-50€/trip. Average 15km trip: 2.70€ via Wmo vs 25-35€ normal taxi.
  • Yes! 65% of Dutch 65-74 year-olds cycle regularly. E-bikes are popular: 1,500-3,500€, with municipal subsidies up to 500€. Tricycles offer stability.

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