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 15 bus from Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A) station to Heerenveen, Thialf station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 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.

186min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 1515
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
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    42 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Leeuwarden
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Heerenveen
    96 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Heerenveen, Busstation (Perron A)
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1515
    Wait for bus
    15
    Oosterwolde
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Heerenveen, Thialf
    ID 24160710
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thialf
    Walk to
    Thialf
    Pim Mulierlaan 1
    470 m • 7 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 210.74 km, which can typically be travelled in 186 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 186 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 15.

  • 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 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zaandam to Thialf?

    The IC train line goes from Utrecht Centraal station near Zaandam in Zaanstad to Heerenveen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Heerenveen 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 6 min.

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

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

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

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

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