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

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €5 - €20 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Rotterdam is to train via Schiphol Airport which takes 57 min and costs €15 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zaandam and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Zaandam to Rotterdam?

The distance between Zaandam and Rotterdam is 72 km. The road distance is 82.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaandam to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Schiphol Airport which takes 57 min and costs €15 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Zaandam to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Zaandam to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Rotterdam is to train via Schiphol Airport which takes 57 min and costs €15 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €20 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Zaandam to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaandam to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Rotterdam is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Zaandam to Rotterdam.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Zaandam to Rotterdam by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Schiphol Airport
best
1. Take the train from Zaandam to Schiphol AirportSprinter
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam CentraalIntercity direct / ...
57 min
€15–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Central StationN814 / ...
1h 30m
€5–20
Drive 82.2 km
1. Drive from Zaandam to Rotterdam82.2 km
1h 2m
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Zaandam to Rotterdam CentraalSprinter
1h 29m
€19–23

Zaandam to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 71.6 km
Duration: 57 min

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

You can take a train from Zaandam to Rotterdam Centraal via Schiphol Airport in around 57 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Central Station hourly. Tickets cost €5–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route every 4 hours.

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