How to get from Zaanstad to Enschede by train?

By train

To get from Zaanstad to Enschede in Netherlands, take the SPR train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Enschede station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min.

159min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Enschede
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
    Enschede
    121 min
  • 6
    Walk to Enschede
    Walk to
    Enschede
    520 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via IC and IC

To get from Zaanstad to Enschede in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Enschede station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min.

169min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Enschede
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
    Enschede
    121 min
  • 6
    Walk to Enschede
    Walk to
    Enschede
    520 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zaanstad to Enschede

The distance between Zaanstad, Netherlands and Enschede, Netherlands is approximately 176.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zaanstad to Enschede 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:

  • Zaandam Kogerveld
  • Zaandam
  • Koog Aan De Zaan

Bus stations close to Zaanstad:

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

Ferry stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Zaandam, Zaandam

Public transit stations close to Enschede, Netherlands

Enschede is located at Enschede, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Enschede, Van Heekplein.

Train stations close to Enschede:

  • Enschede
  • Enschede De Eschmarke
  • Enschede Kennispark

Bus stations close to Enschede:

  • Enschede, Van Heekplein
  • Enschede, Mst Haaksbergerstraat
  • Enschede, Centraal Station

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via IC and IC

To get from Zaanstad to Enschede in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Enschede station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min.

169min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Enschede
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
    Enschede
    121 min
  • 6
    Walk to Enschede
    Walk to
    Enschede
    520 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Bus line SPR, Bus line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 169 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaanstad to Enschede 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 Enschede in Netherlands

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

    The total travel time between Zaanstad and Enschede in Netherlands by train is about 2 hr 39 min.

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

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

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