How to get from Almere to Zaanstad by train?

From Almere to Zaanstad by train

To get from Almere to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the IC train from Almere Centrum station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the SPR train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min.

46min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Almere Centrum

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Almere Centrum
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Zaandam
  • 5
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

To get from Almere to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the IC train from Almere Centrum station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min.

58min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Almere Centrum

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Almere Centrum
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 5
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Almere to Zaanstad

The distance between Almere, Netherlands and Zaanstad, Netherlands is approximately 41.03 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Almere to Zaanstad 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 Almere

Almere is located at Almere, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Almere Stad, Passage.

Train stations close to Almere:

  • Almere Centrum
  • Almere Parkwijk
  • Almere Muziekwijk

Bus stations close to Almere:

  • Almere Stad, Passage
  • Almere Stad, Flevoziekenhuis
  • Almere Stad, Stadhuisplein

Public transit stations close to Zaanstad, Netherlands

Zaanstad is located at Zaanstad, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Zaandam.

Train stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Zaandam
  • Zaandam Kogerveld
  • Koog Aan De Zaan

Bus stations close to Zaanstad:

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

Ferry stations close to Zaanstad:

  • Zaandam, Zaandam
  • Hempontplein

Related Routes

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

To get from Almere to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the IC train from Almere Centrum station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min.

58min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Almere Centrum

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Almere Centrum
    410 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 5
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Almere Centrum station near Almere to Amsterdam Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Amsterdam Centraal station near Zaanstad in Netherlands

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

    The total travel time between Almere and Zaanstad in Netherlands by train is about 46 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Almere Centrum station near Almere in Netherlands.

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

    Get off the train at the Amsterdam Centraal station, which is closest to Zaanstad in Netherlands.