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Zaandam to Meppel trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Zaandam and Meppel takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Zaandam to Meppel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 13m
Duration
158 km
Distance
€20
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Zaandam to Meppel train times

Trains run hourly between Zaandam and Meppel. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Meppel at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 29m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 44m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 44m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 14m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zaandam to Meppel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Zaandam to Meppel.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 157.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Zaandam, Netherlands and Meppel, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Zaandam to Meppel via Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 2h 34m.

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