How to get from Nijkerk to Zaanstad by train?

From Nijkerk to Zaanstad by train

To get from Nijkerk to Zaanstad in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SPR train from Nijkerk station to Amersfoort Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the SPR train from Duivendrecht station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min.

82min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Nijkerk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Nijkerk
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amersfoort Centraal
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dordrecht
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Duivendrecht
    28 min
  • 6
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 7
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    26 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Nijkerk to Zaanstad by train via SPR and IC

To get from Nijkerk to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the SPR train from Nijkerk station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min.

109min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Nijkerk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Nijkerk
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 5
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Nijkerk to Zaanstad

The distance between Nijkerk, Netherlands and Zaanstad, Netherlands is approximately 72.56 km, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Nijkerk 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 Nijkerk

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

Train stations close to Nijkerk:

  • Nijkerk

Bus stations close to Nijkerk:

  • Nijkerk, Station
  • Nijkerk, Callenbachstraat
  • Nijkerk, Kievitslaan

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 Nijkerk to Zaanstad by train via SPR and IC

To get from Nijkerk to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the SPR train from Nijkerk station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min.

109min
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Nijkerk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Nijkerk
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 5
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    44 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Bus line SPR, Bus line IC, Bus line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Bus line SPR, Bus line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

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

    The SPR train line goes from Utrecht Centraal station near Nijkerk to Amersfoort Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Amersfoort Centraal station near Zaanstad in Netherlands

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

    The total travel time between Nijkerk and Zaanstad in Netherlands by train is about 1 hr 22 min.

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

    Get on the SPR train from the Utrecht Centraal station near Nijkerk in Netherlands.

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

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

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