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

By bus and train

To get from Zoeterwoude to Zaanstad in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 400 bus from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R station to Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the SPR train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min.

74min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 400400
Train - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Leaves from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R
    ID 54434180
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 400400
    Wait for bus
    400
    Leiden Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde
    ID 54440520
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Hoorn
  • 8
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 400, IC and IC

To get from Zoeterwoude to Zaanstad in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 400 bus from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R station to Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 400400
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R
    ID 54434180
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 400400
    Wait for bus
    400
    Leiden Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde
    ID 54440520
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 8
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zoeterwoude to Zaanstad

The distance between Zoeterwoude, Netherlands and Zaanstad, Netherlands is approximately 56.37 km, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zoeterwoude 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 Zoeterwoude

Zoeterwoude is located at Zoeterwoude, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R.

Train stations close to Zoeterwoude:

  • Leiden Lammenschans
  • De Vink

Bus stations close to Zoeterwoude:

  • Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R

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 by bus and train via 400, IC and IC

To get from Zoeterwoude to Zaanstad in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 400 bus from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R station to Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station to Zaandam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min.

86min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 400400
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R
    ID 54434180
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 400400
    Wait for bus
    400
    Leiden Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde
    ID 54440520
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 8
    Ride to train station Zaandam
    Ride to train station
    Zaandam
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line 400, Bus line IC, Bus line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 400, Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

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

    The 400 bus line goes from Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R station near Zoeterwoude to Leiden Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Leiden Centraal station near Zaanstad in Netherlands

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

    The total travel time between Zoeterwoude and Zaanstad in Netherlands by bus and train is about 1 hr 14 min.

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

    Get on the 400 bus from the Zoeterwoude, A4 P+R stop near Zoeterwoude in Netherlands.

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

    Get off the bus at the Leiden Centraal station, which is closest to Zaanstad in Netherlands.

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