What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam is to bus which costs €8 - €20 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam Alexander and Zaandam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Alexander and arriving at Zaandam. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam?

The distance between Rotterdam Alexander and Zaandam is 81 km. The road distance is 74.6 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €14 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam?

The train from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam?

The best way to get from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs €14 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €20 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam.

Where can I stay near Zaandam?

There are 3043+ hotels available in Zaandam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandamtrain Sprinter
1h 21m
€14–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 813 / ...
2h 27m
€8–20
Drive 74.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandamcar 74.6 km
1h 2m
€14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandamtaxi 74.6 km
1h 2m
€240–300

Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam by train

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1h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.2 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Rotterdam Alexander, Netherlands and Zaandam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Rotterdam Alexander to Zaandam hourly. Tickets cost €14–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk hourly. Tickets cost €5–10 and the journey takes 1h 40m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route every 4 hours.

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