How to get from Amsterdam to Almere by bus and train?

From Amsterdam to Almere by bus and train

To get from Amsterdam to Almere in Almere, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Almere Centrum station. Next, take the M2 bus from Almere Stad, Station Centrum station to Almere Buiten, Seizoenenbuurt Noord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Amsterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Almere on the Moovit app.

55min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - M2M2
Walk to Almere
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Amsterdam
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Almere Centrum
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almere Centrum
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Almere Stad, Station Centrum
    180 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Striphelden
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Almere Buiten, Seizoenenbuurt Noord
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Almere
    Walk to
    Almere
    Maandenweg
    240 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Amsterdam to Almere by bus and train via SPR, SPR and M2

To get from Amsterdam to Almere you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SPR train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Weesp station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the M2 bus from Almere Buiten, Station Buiten station to Almere Buiten, Seizoenenbuurt Noord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Amsterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Almere on the Moovit app.

52min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - SPR
SPR
Bus - M2M2
Walk to Almere
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Amsterdam
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amersfoort Vathorst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Weesp
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Lelystad Centrum
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almere Buiten
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Almere Buiten, Station Buiten
    70 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Striphelden
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Almere Buiten, Seizoenenbuurt Noord
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Almere
    Walk to
    Almere
    Maandenweg
    240 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Amsterdam to Almere

The distance between Amsterdam and Almere is approximately 37.14 km, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Amsterdam to Almere by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Almere – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Amsterdam to Almere

To check the bus and train schedule from Amsterdam to Almere using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Amsterdam) and destination (Almere), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Amsterdam to Almere by bus and train via SPR, SPR and M2

To get from Amsterdam to Almere you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SPR train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Weesp station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the M2 bus from Almere Buiten, Station Buiten station to Almere Buiten, Seizoenenbuurt Noord station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The bus and train schedule from Amsterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Almere on the Moovit app.

52min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - SPR
SPR
Bus - M2M2
Walk to Almere
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Amsterdam
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amersfoort Vathorst
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Weesp
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Lelystad Centrum
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almere Buiten
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Almere Buiten, Station Buiten
    70 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Striphelden
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Almere Buiten, Seizoenenbuurt Noord
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Almere
    Walk to
    Almere
    Maandenweg
    240 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Almere?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line M2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Amsterdam to Almere?

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Train line SPR, Train line SPR, Bus line M2.

  • Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Almere?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Amsterdam to Almere?

    The IC train line goes from Almere Centrum station near Amsterdam in Netherlands to Almere Centrum station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Almere Centrum station near Almere.

  • How long does it take to travel from Amsterdam to Almere by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Amsterdam and Almere by train and bus is about 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Amsterdam to get to Almere?

    Get on the IC train from the Almere Centrum station near Amsterdam in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Amsterdam and Almere?

    Get off the train at the Almere Centrum stop, which is closest to Almere.

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