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How to get from Zaanstad to Almelo by train?

By train

To get from Zaanstad to Almelo in Netherlands, take the SPR train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Almelo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min.

130min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Almelo
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaanstad
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amersfoort Vathorst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almelo
    98 min
  • 6
    Walk to Almelo
    Walk to
    Almelo
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via IC and IC

To get from Zaanstad to Almelo in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Almelo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min.

140min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Almelo
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaanstad
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almelo
    98 min
  • 6
    Walk to Almelo
    Walk to
    Almelo
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zaanstad to Almelo

The distance between Zaanstad, Netherlands and Almelo, Netherlands is approximately 153.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 130 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zaanstad to Almelo by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Zaanstad

Zaanstad is located at Zaanstad, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Zaandam, Station.

Train stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Koog Aan De Zaan
  • Zaandam
  • Zaandam Kogerveld

Bus stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Zaandam, Station
  • Zaandam
  • Zaandam, Houtveldweg/Station

Ferry stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Zaandam, Zaandam

Public transit stations close to Almelo, Netherlands

Almelo is located at Almelo, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Almelo, Centraal Station.

Train stations close to Almelo:

  • Almelo
  • Almelo De Riet
  • Wierden

Bus stations close to Almelo:

  • Almelo, Centraal Station
  • Almelo, Appelstraat
  • Almelo, Boddenstraat

Alternative route by train via IC and IC

To get from Zaanstad to Almelo in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Almelo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min.

140min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Almelo
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaanstad
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almelo
    98 min
  • 6
    Walk to Almelo
    Walk to
    Almelo
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Zaanstad to Almelo?

    The fastest way takes 130 minutes, using Bus line SPR, Bus line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Zaanstad to Almelo?

    The alternative route takes 140 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Zaanstad and Almelo in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaanstad to Almelo in Netherlands?

    The SPR train line goes from Amersfoort Vathorst station near Zaanstad to Amsterdam Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Amsterdam Centraal station near Almelo in Netherlands

  • How long does it take to travel from Zaanstad to Almelo in Netherlands by train?

    The total travel time between Zaanstad and Almelo in Netherlands by train is about 2 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Zaanstad to get to Almelo in Netherlands?

    Get on the SPR train from the Amersfoort Vathorst station near Zaanstad in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Zaanstad and Almelo in Netherlands?

    Get off the train at the Amsterdam Centraal station, which is closest to Almelo in Netherlands.

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