How to get from Purmerend to Zaanstad by bus and train?

From Purmerend to Zaanstad by bus and train

To get from Purmerend to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the 100 bus from Purmerend, Vurige Staart station to Purmerend, Stadhuis station. Next, take the SPR train from Purmerend station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 100100
Train - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Purmerend, Vurige Staart

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Purmerend, Vurige Staart
    ID 37400040
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 100100
    Wait for bus
    100
    Purmerend Overwhere
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Purmerend, Stadhuis
    ID 37400140
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Purmerend
    510 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amersfoort Vathorst
  • 6
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Purmerend to Zaanstad by bus and train via 308 and SPR

To get from Purmerend to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the 308 bus from Purmerend, Vurige Staart station to Purmerend, Savannestraat station. Next, take the SPR train from Purmerend Weidevenne station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min.

42min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 308308
Train - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Purmerend, Vurige Staart

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Purmerend, Vurige Staart
    ID 37400040
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 308308
    Wait for bus
    308
    Purmerend Weidevenne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Purmerend, Savannestraat
    ID 37403600
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Purmerend Weidevenne
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amersfoort Vathorst
  • 6
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Purmerend to Zaanstad

The distance between Purmerend, Netherlands and Zaanstad, Netherlands is approximately 17.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Purmerend to Zaanstad by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Purmerend

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

Train stations close to Purmerend:

  • Purmerend Weidevenne
  • Purmerend
  • Purmerend Overwhere

Bus stations close to Purmerend:

  • Purmerend, Karavaanstraat
  • Purmerend, Fonteinkruid
  • Purmerend, Eufraatlaan

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 Purmerend to Zaanstad by bus and train via 308 and SPR

To get from Purmerend to Zaanstad in Netherlands, take the 308 bus from Purmerend, Vurige Staart station to Purmerend, Savannestraat station. Next, take the SPR train from Purmerend Weidevenne station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min.

42min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 308308
Train - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Purmerend, Vurige Staart

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Purmerend, Vurige Staart
    ID 37400040
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 308308
    Wait for bus
    308
    Purmerend Weidevenne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Purmerend, Savannestraat
    ID 37403600
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Purmerend Weidevenne
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Amersfoort Vathorst
  • 6
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 100, Bus line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 308, Bus line SPR.

  • Is there a direct bus between Purmerend and Zaanstad in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Purmerend to Zaanstad in Netherlands?

    The 100 bus line goes from Purmerend, Vurige Staart station near Purmerend to Purmerend Overwhere station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Purmerend Overwhere station near Zaanstad in Netherlands

  • How long does it take to travel from Purmerend to Zaanstad in Netherlands by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Purmerend and Zaanstad in Netherlands by bus and train is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Purmerend to get to Zaanstad in Netherlands?

    Get on the 100 bus from the Purmerend, Vurige Staart stop near Purmerend in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Purmerend and Zaanstad in Netherlands?

    Get off the bus at the Purmerend Overwhere station, which is closest to Zaanstad in Netherlands.

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

    The first train from Purmerend to Zaanstad in Netherlands is Sprinter | Hoorn Kersenboogerd - Den Haag Centraal. It leaves the Purmerend Weidevenne station at 8:37 AM.