How to get from Zaandam to Lemmer by bus and train?

From Zaandam to Lemmer by bus and train

To get from Zaandam to Lemmer in Lemsterland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 315 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation station to Lemmer, Busstation station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Zaandam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lemmer on the Moovit app.

181min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 315315
Walk to Lemmer
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaandam
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    109 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 315315
    Wait for bus
    315
    Emmeloord
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemmer, Busstation
    29 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lemmer
    Walk to
    Lemmer
    1.1 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Zaandam to Lemmer by bus and train via IC, IC and 48

To get from Zaandam to Lemmer in Lemsterland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 48 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation station to Lemmer, Houtmolen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Zaandam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lemmer on the Moovit app.

198min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4848
Walk to Lemmer
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaandam
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    109 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Lemmer
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemmer, Houtmolen
    ID 24620140
    46 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lemmer
    Walk to
    Lemmer
    800 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zaandam to Lemmer

The distance between Zaandam, Lemsterland and Lemmer, Lemsterland is approximately 206.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 181 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zaandam to Lemmer by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lemsterland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Zaandam to Lemmer

To check the bus and train schedule from Zaandam to Lemmer using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Zaandam) and destination (Lemmer), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Zaandam to Lemmer by bus and train via IC, IC and 48

To get from Zaandam to Lemmer in Lemsterland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Zaandam station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 48 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation station to Lemmer, Houtmolen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Zaandam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lemmer on the Moovit app.

198min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4848
Walk to Lemmer
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaandam
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    109 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4848
    Wait for bus
    48
    Lemmer
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemmer, Houtmolen
    ID 24620140
    46 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lemmer
    Walk to
    Lemmer
    800 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Zaandam to Lemmer?

    The fastest way takes 181 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 315.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Zaandam to Lemmer?

    The alternative route takes 198 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 48.

  • Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Lemmer?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaandam to Lemmer?

    The IC train line goes from Maastricht station near Zaandam in Zaanstad to Amsterdam Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Amsterdam Centraal station near Lemmer in Lemsterland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Zaandam to Lemmer by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Zaandam in Zaanstad and Lemmer in Lemsterland by train and bus is about 3 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Zaandam to get to Lemmer?

    Get on the IC train from the Maastricht station near Zaandam in Zaanstad.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Zaandam and Lemmer?

    Get off the train at the Amsterdam Centraal stop, which is closest to Lemmer in Lemsterland.

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