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

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Utrecht is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Utrecht is to train which takes 43 min and costs €9 - €27.

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zaandam and arriving at Utrecht Centraal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Zaandam to Utrecht?

The distance between Zaandam and Utrecht is 51 km. The road distance is 54.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaandam to Utrecht without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs €9 - €27.

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

The train from Zaandam to Utrecht Centraal takes 43 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Utrecht train from?

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

Train or bus from Zaandam to Utrecht?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Utrecht is to train which takes 43 min and costs €9 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €13 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Zaandam to Utrecht train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaandam to Utrecht?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Utrecht is 55 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Zaandam to Utrecht.

Where can I stay near Utrecht?

There are 588+ hotels available in Utrecht.

Can I share a ride from Zaandam to Utrecht?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Zaandam and Utrecht. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Zaandam to Utrecht - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Zaandam to Utrecht by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
43 min
€9–27
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Oostzaan to Utrechtrideshare 50.9 km
57 min
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrumbus 068 / ...
1h 23m
€7–13
Drive 54.8 km
1. Drive from Zaandam to Utrechtcar 54.8 km
47 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zaandam to Utrechttaxi 54.8 km
47 min
€180–220

Zaandam to Utrecht by train

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Distance: 50.8 km
Duration: 43 min

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Zaandam to Utrecht Centraal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €9–27 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum every 3 hours. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 40 min. FlixBus-eu also services this route every 3 hours.

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