What is the cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Meppel?

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Meppel is to train via Amsterdam, Centraal Station which costs €19 - €40 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purmerend to Meppel?

The fastest way to get from Purmerend to Meppel is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Purmerend and Meppel?

No, there is no direct train from Purmerend to Meppel. However, there are services departing from Purmerend and arriving at Meppel via Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Purmerend to Meppel?

The distance between Purmerend and Meppel is 147 km. The road distance is 130.9 km.

How do I travel from Purmerend to Meppel without a car?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Meppel without a car is to train via Amsterdam, Centraal Station which takes 2h 31m and costs €19 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Purmerend to Meppel?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Purmerend to Meppel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Meppel train from?

Purmerend to Meppel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Purmerend station.

Train or bus from Purmerend to Meppel?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Meppel is to train via Amsterdam, Centraal Station which takes 2h 31m and costs €19 - €40. Alternatively, you can line 103 bus and bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h.

Where does the Purmerend to Meppel train arrive?

Purmerend to Meppel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Can I drive from Purmerend to Meppel?

Yes, the driving distance between Purmerend to Meppel is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Purmerend to Meppel.

How do I get a train ticket from Purmerend to Meppel?

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Purmerend to Meppel - 4 ways to travel via train, line 103 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Purmerend to Meppel by train, bus, or car

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Train via Amsterdam, Centraal Station
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Meppeltrain Intercity
2h 31m
€19–40
Line 103 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Purmerend, Rozenstraat to Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijkbus 103
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Heerenveenbus 075
4h
€19–32
Drive 130.9 km
1. Drive from Purmerend to Meppelcar 130.9 km
1h 42m
€24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Purmerend to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Sprinter
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Meppeltrain Intercity
2h 55m
€19–48

Purmerend to Meppel by bus and train

113Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.9 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Meppel hourly. Tickets cost €14–35 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purmerend, Rozenstraat to Meppel via Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk, Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Heerenveen, and Heerenveen in around 4h.

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