ESN/Student Mobility Package

Check out our mobility package.

We’ll have you traveling around your Groningen in no time.

Access all public transport in NL.

Receive discounted train tickets.

Buy or lease your first bike.

Student Mobility Card (OV-Chipkaart + ISIC-ID)

€15.00

Start using Netherlands' excellent public transportation system with the Student Mobility Card and receive discounts from the National and local trains and busses.

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Bike Program

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Be like locals, get your first bike from a preferred supplier via Student Mobility. Reserve today, No signup costs and monthly cancellable.

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*There is no commitment after signing up we will forward you to selected suppliers offering leasing and buying options.

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Student Mobility Card (OV-Chipkaart + ISIC-ID)

Highlights

Not only will you receive a Student OV travel card but also a digital ISIC student ID card. This card is valid for 12 months and will be your ticket to the biggest network of student discounts in the world!
Easy access to public transport and shared bikes; You will be jumping from train to tram to bus to bike in no time, just like the locals do.
You can connect your Student Mobility Card with any credit or debit card (does not have to be Dutch), so you will never have insufficient funds standing in your when using public transport in the Netherlands!
With the Student Mobility Card you’ll get a 40% discount for all local busses and Arriva trains in Groningen/Friesland and Drenthe, during weekends and weekday off-peak hours (between 9:00-16:00, before 6:30 and after 18:30). Please note that the Arriva discount is only valid for one year.
With the Student Mobility Card you’ll get a 15% discount for all trains in the Netherlands during weekends and weekday off-peak hours (between 9:00-16:00, before 6:30 and after 18:30).
Subscription fee: A monthly fee of 4.50 EUR will be charged along with the travel costs. To be clear, by your purchase today you do not sign up to the subscription, this can be done after receiving your card. But you will need to pay the subscription fee and have your card fully activated to enjoy the 15% train discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

I heard somewhere that students travel for free in the Netherlands, is that true?

That would be the dream but, unfortunately, that is not the case. It is true that students who are eligible for 'study finance' can also use the "Student Travel Product" provided by the government. However, very few international students are eligible for this. One of the main conditions is that you need to be working (56 hours per month or earn 50% of the social security norm). You can check here if you are eligible here.

Are the Student Mobility Card and the ISIC card the same? How does it work?

The Student Mobility Card is only for traveling throughout the Dutch public transport system. In addition to the mobility card, you also receive a complimentary digital ISIC card. Once your mobility card has been shipped to you, you'll receive an activation link for your ISIC card. The ISIC card is an official student-ID and provides access to an extensive discount network worldwide. In short, they are two separate products.

How does the Student Mobility Card work and how do I pay for my travels?

With the Student Mobility Card, you can access public transport in the Netherlands and make use of the OV-bikes. Before traveling, you have to register your card in the Student Mobility App, connect a valid payment method and pick up the travel product at an OV-device. To do so, follow the instructions on your leaflet that you receive with your card. After picking up the travel products at an NS or OV-chipkaart device, you are ready to travel. From then on, the app will show you your travel transactions and travel costs. We'll charge your bank account or credit card on a regular basis.

NS first train ticket

Highlights

We offer multiple options, with both tickets you can get on the train at any Dutch station, and get off wherever you want. You will receive a personal voucher and extra info after the order! It can take up to 4 business days to receive the ticket.
Ticket options: 1) Off-peak hour ticket for 13 EUR* (Do not travel on weekdays between 6.30 - 9 AM and between 16:00 and 18:30, more details here. 2) All hours ticket for 20 EUR
Train tickets in the Netherlands are expensive, for example: Schiphol Airport to Groningen / Maastricht / Enschede / Eindhoven / Wageningen / Tilburg / Nijmegen / Arnhem etc. are 20 EUR or more. So get your reduced ticket now!
These voucher have limited validity so make sure you use the voucher before the end date, indicated in the order confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the process after I opted for a train voucher?

After we've charged you, you will receive a personal voucher within 2-5 business days. We will send this via mail and you will have to redeem your voucher here.

What is the difference between "off peak" and "all hours"?

As it gets rather busy in the trains during peak hours, the train company incentivizes travelling during "off-peak". With this ticket you can travel during the following hours:

- Monday to Friday; between 9 AM and 4 PM and between 6:30 PM and 6:30 AM

- During the entire weekend; between Friday 6:30 PM and Monday 6:30 AM

How do I check if the voucher is beneficial to me?

The vouchers have a fixed price. You could check what the standard price is for a ticket from the machine/desk for your journey, add 1 EUR to that as that is the surcharge for a ticket at the machine. Check the price of your journey here.

I received my voucher after arrival in the Netherlands, what do I do?

That is not a problem, just save it for your next (long) train journey. The (unredeemed) voucher is valid until December 2022.

Highlights

Bikes and service are being provided by Swapfiets, but without signup costs, monthly cancellable and all payment methods accepted.
Fixed monthly rate with only €26,50 or €22 per month! No sign-up costs.
Monthly terminable contracts
No maintenance costs (fair-use)
Pick-up point in all major cities in the Netherlands

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after I sign-up to your bike-program?

Student Mobility is not the supplier of bikes. Instead, we have carefully selected the best suppliers for both buying and leasing a bike. After signing up, you will receive an email with all the information needed to place your order.

How does leasing a bike work?

Today, leasing a bike is very popular among students in the Netherlands. You will get a bike for a fixed amount per month and do not have to stress about possible damage or malfunctions. Instead, in the case of an issue, the lease company will take care of it. Just note that there are "own risk" amounts for certain occasions.