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

From Zaandam to Thialf by bus and train

To get from Zaandam to Thialf in Heerenveen, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Zaandam station to Alkmaar station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 350 bus and finally take the SPR train from Leeuwarden station to Heerenveen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Zaandam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thialf on the Moovit app.

226min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 350350
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Thialf
Leaves from Zaandam

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zaandam
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alkmaar
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Alkmaar, Station
    ID 36002181
    220 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 350350
    Wait for bus
    350
    Leeuwarden
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leeuwarden, Busstation
    ID 20000001
    102 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeuwarden
    330 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Meppel
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    20 min
  • 10
    Walk to Thialf
    Walk to
    Thialf
    Pim Mulierlaan 1
    3.47 km • 44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zaandam to Thialf

The distance between Zaandam, Heerenveen and Thialf, Heerenveen is approximately 176.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 226 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zaandam to Thialf by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Heerenveen – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Zaandam to Thialf

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

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

    The fastest way takes 226 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line 350, Train line SPR.

  • Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Thialf?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaandam to Thialf?

    The IC train line goes from Alkmaar station near Zaandam in Zaanstad to Alkmaar, Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Alkmaar, Station station near Thialf in Heerenveen.

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

    The total travel time between Zaandam in Zaanstad and Thialf in Heerenveen by train and bus is about 3 hr 46 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Alkmaar, Station station, which is closest to Thialf in Heerenveen.

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