The average train between Bruges and Zaandam takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges to Zaandam. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bruges and Zaandam. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Zaandam at 9:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bruges to Zaandam? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Zaandam. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Zaandam station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Bruges to Zaandam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Zaandam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.
Book your Bruges to Zaandam train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Eurostar.
The distance between Bruges and Zaandam is 175.5 km. The road distance is 275 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Zaandam via Anvers-Central and Amsterdam Centraal in around 3h 25m.