The average train between Brussels and Zaandam takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels 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 Brussels and Zaandam. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 9:53 PM which arrives into Zaandam at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Brussels 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 Brussels to Zaandam. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Zaandam station via Schiphol Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Brussels to Zaandam train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Brussels to Zaandam train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Zaandam station.
Book your Brussels to Zaandam train tickets online with Eurostar and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Brussels and Zaandam is 179.6 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Zaandam via Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 2h 25m.