Post em Lijnden, North Holland, The Netherlands

Hi dear CS friends from Amsterdam

Im arriving today 30.08 at 6.30 pm to Amsterdam. Leaving on 4.09 at 7 am. I am staying in Zaandam area, arriving by Flixbus supposingly at this time (not sure about the traffic).

1. So if I get the GVB card online - can I get the paper card at Amsterdam Sloterdijk? As from what I checked the GVB offices work till 7pm.. And I`m not sure if they are easy to find and get the card before they close, and once again - not sure how the rush hour works in Amsterdam.

2. As I am staying for 5 days do I need this card for 5 days? Or can I travel around with the bicycle? Whats more affordable option, as of course Im on a low budget.

3. I am not planning any other trip today, but just this one. So maybe it`ll be cheaper just to make 1 journey. If yes - can I pay by my debit card on the buses?

4. Do i need the paper GVB? Or I can use the one in the app without standing in the line and looking for the GVB office?

5. There is a direct Sprinter, but it got cancelled. For how long is this strike? Cant spend money on taxis to get to the airport from Zaandam unfortunately..

6. There are buses 395 , 394, 392 but they also have some amendments in the schedule ..

PS >> Maybe there are some other tricks, so can you please give suggestions.