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

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Almere is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Almere is to drive which takes 34 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Almere?

No, there is no direct train from Zaandam to Almere. However, there are services departing from Zaandam and arriving at Almere Centrum via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Zaandam to Almere?

The distance between Zaandam and Almere is 40 km. The road distance is 40.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaandam to Almere without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs €9 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Zaandam to Almere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Almere train from?

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

Train or bus from Zaandam to Almere?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Almere is to train which takes 47 min and costs €9 - €22. Alternatively, you can line 391 bus and line 329 bus, which costs and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Zaandam to Almere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaandam to Almere?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Almere is 41 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Zaandam to Almere.

How do I get a train ticket from Zaandam to Almere?

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Where can I stay near Almere?

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Zaandam to Almere - 5 ways to travel via train, line 391 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Zaandam to Almere by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Zaandam to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Almere Centrumtrain Intercity / ...
47 min
€10–21
Drive 40.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zaandam to Almerecar 40.5 km
34 min
€8–11
Line 391 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zaandam, Het Mennistenerf to Amsterdam, Centraal Stationbus 391 / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Almere Centrumtrain Intercity / ...
1h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zaandam to Almeretaxi 40.5 km
34 min
€140–170
Line 391 bus, line 329 bus
1. Take the bus from Zaandam, Het Mennistenerf to Amsterdam, Prins Hendrikkadebus 391 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam, Amstelstation to Almere Stad, Busstation 't Oorbus 329
1h 34m

Zaandam to Almere by train

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Distance: 39.9 km
Duration: 47 min

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

You can take a train from Zaandam to Almere Centrum via Amsterdam Centraal in around 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zaandam, Het Mennistenerf to Almere Stad, Busstation 't Oor via Amsterdam, Prins Hendrikkade, Amsterdam, Centraal Station, Amsterdam, Amstelstation, and Amsterdam, Amstelstation in around 1h 34m.

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