How to get from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden by train?

From Zaanstad to Leeuwarden by train

To get from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden in Netherlands, take the SPR train from Zaandam station to Duivendrecht station. Next, take the IC train from Duivendrecht station to Leeuwarden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 42 min.

162min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leeuwarden
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaanstad
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Duivendrecht
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    126 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leeuwarden
    Walk to
    Leeuwarden
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden by train via IC and IC

To get from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zaandam station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Leeuwarden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 9 min.

189min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leeuwarden
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
    Utrecht Centraal
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    113 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leeuwarden
    Walk to
    Leeuwarden
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden

The distance between Zaanstad, Netherlands and Leeuwarden, Netherlands is approximately 221.49 km, which can typically be travelled in 162 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden 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 Kogerveld
  • Zaandam

Bus stations close to Zaanstad:

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

Ferry stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Zaandam, Zaandam

Public transit stations close to Leeuwarden, Netherlands

Leeuwarden is located at Leeuwarden, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Leeuwarden, Busstation.

Train stations close to Leeuwarden:

  • Leeuwarden
  • Leeuwarden Camminghaburen
  • Deinum

Bus stations close to Leeuwarden:

  • Leeuwarden, Busstation

Related Routes

Alternative route from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden by train via IC and IC

To get from Zaanstad to Leeuwarden in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zaandam station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Leeuwarden station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 9 min.

189min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leeuwarden
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
    Utrecht Centraal
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    113 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leeuwarden
    Walk to
    Leeuwarden
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 162 minutes, using Bus line SPR, Bus line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 189 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 42 min.

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

    The SPR train line goes from Den Haag Centraal station near Zaanstad to Duivendrecht station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Duivendrecht station near Leeuwarden in Netherlands

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

    The total travel time between Zaanstad and Leeuwarden in Netherlands by train is about 2 hr 42 min.

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

    Get on the SPR train from the Den Haag Centraal station near Zaanstad in Netherlands.

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

    Get off the train at the Duivendrecht station, which is closest to Leeuwarden in Netherlands.