The Dutch are rightly proud of the train system. It is punctual, clean and is easy to use. If you cannot find your way easily there is always personal on the platforms to help you. Most speak good English. The web site for the Dutch train service is:

http://www.ns.nl/pages/index.html

To purchase a ticket you can either go to the booths, where it will cost you more, or you can use a machine. Here is a link to illustrate how easy that is:

http://webdemo.ns.nl/webdemo.e2000/