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

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Zaandam is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purmerend to Zaandam is to train which takes 13 min and costs €4 - €7.

Is there a direct bus between Purmerend and Zaandam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from [Purmerend] Voorzijde station, OV halte, Beatrixplein station and arriving at [Zaandam] Voorzijde station, Bushalte D station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Purmerend and Zaandam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purmerend and arriving at Zaandam. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Purmerend to Zaandam?

The distance between Purmerend and Zaandam is 13 km. The road distance is 15.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Purmerend to Zaandam without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs €4 - €7.

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

The train from Purmerend to Zaandam takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Zaandam bus from?

Purmerend to Zaandam bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from [Purmerend] Voorzijde station, OV halte, Beatrixplein.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Zaandam train from?

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

Train or bus from Purmerend to Zaandam?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Zaandam is to train which takes 13 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28 min.

Where does the Purmerend to Zaandam bus arrive?

Purmerend to Zaandam bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at [Zaandam] Voorzijde station, Bushalte D.

Where does the Purmerend to Zaandam train arrive?

Purmerend to Zaandam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zaandam station.

Can I drive from Purmerend to Zaandam?

Yes, the driving distance between Purmerend to Zaandam is 15 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Purmerend to Zaandam.

Where can I stay near Zaandam?

There are 2987+ hotels available in Zaandam.

Purmerend to Zaandam - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Purmerend to Zaandamtrain Sprinter / ...
13 min
€4–7
Drive 15.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Purmerend to Zaandamcar 15.2 km
13 min
€3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from [Purmerend] Voorzijde station, OV halte, Beatrixplein to [Zaandam] Voorzijde station, Bushalte Dbus Stopbus ipv trein
28 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purmerend to Zaandamtaxi 15.2 km
13 min
€50–65

Purmerend to Zaandam by train

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Distance: 13.5 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Purmerend to Zaandam every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a bus from [Purmerend] Voorzijde station, OV halte, Beatrixplein to [Zaandam] Voorzijde station, Bushalte D every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 28 min. MeerPlus also services this route every 2 hours.

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