How to get from Amsterdam to Zaanstad by train?

From Amsterdam to Zaanstad by train

Take one direct train from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands: take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 20 min.

20min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 3
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Amsterdam to Zaanstad by train via SPR

Take one direct train from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands: take the SPR train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min.

19min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 3
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Amsterdam to Zaanstad

The distance between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Zaanstad, Netherlands is approximately 11.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 20 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam

Amsterdam is located at Amsterdam, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Centraal Station.

Metro stations close to Amsterdam:

  • Centraal Station

Train stations close to Amsterdam:

  • Amsterdam Centraal

Bus stations close to Amsterdam:

  • Amsterdam, Centraal Station
  • Centraal Station
  • Amsterdam, Centraal Station (Perron J)

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 Amsterdam to Zaanstad by train via SPR

Take one direct train from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands: take the SPR train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min.

19min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 3
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 20 minutes, using Bus line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 19 minutes, using Bus line SPR.

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

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands in 20 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Amsterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam to Den Helder station near Zaanstad in Netherlands.

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

    The total travel time between Amsterdam and Zaanstad in Netherlands by train is about 20 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Amsterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam in Netherlands.

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

    Get off the train at the Den Helder station, which is closest to Zaanstad in Netherlands.

  • When is the first bus from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands?

    The first bus from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands is Amsterdam Centraal via Zaandam - Krommenie. It leaves the Amsterdam, Centraal Station stop at 8:30 AM.

  • When is the first train from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands?

    The first train from Amsterdam to Zaanstad in Netherlands is Sprinter | Uitgeest - Rotterdam Centraal. It leaves the Amsterdam Centraal station at 8:43 AM.

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