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 Utrecht Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 6261 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A) station to Oranjewoud, Elisabethlaan station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 37 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.

217min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 62616261
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
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    44 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    119 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A)
    ID 24000210
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 62616261
    Wait for bus
    6261
    Oranjewoud
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oranjewoud, Elisabethlaan
    ID 24100930
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thialf
    Walk to
    Thialf
    Pim Mulierlaan 1
    1.51 km • 20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Zaandam to Thialf by bus and train via IC, IC and 6251

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 Utrecht Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 6251 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A) station to Nieuweschoot, Nieuweschoot station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 50 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.

230min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 62516251
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
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    44 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    119 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A)
    ID 24000210
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 62516251
    Wait for bus
    6251
    Nieuweschoot
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nieuweschoot, Nieuweschoot
    ID 24161500
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thialf
    Walk to
    Thialf
    Pim Mulierlaan 1
    1.37 km • 18 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 240.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 217 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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Alternative route from Zaandam to Thialf by bus and train via IC, IC and 6251

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 Utrecht Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 6251 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A) station to Nieuweschoot, Nieuweschoot station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 50 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.

230min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 62516251
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
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    44 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    119 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A)
    ID 24000210
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 62516251
    Wait for bus
    6251
    Nieuweschoot
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nieuweschoot, Nieuweschoot
    ID 24161500
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thialf
    Walk to
    Thialf
    Pim Mulierlaan 1
    1.37 km • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 217 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 6261.

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

    The alternative route takes 230 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 6251.

  • 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 37 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaandam to Thialf?

    The IC train line goes from Nijmegen station near Zaandam in Zaanstad to Utrecht Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Utrecht Centraal 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 37 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Utrecht Centraal stop, which is closest to Thialf in Heerenveen.

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