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Kerkrade to Zaandam trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Kerkrade and Zaandam takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Kerkrade 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.

3h 23m
Duration
235 km
Distance
€39
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Sittard to Zaandamtrain train Intercity
3h 25m
€29–59

Kerkrade to Zaandam train times

Trains run hourly between Kerkrade and Zaandam. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Kerkrade is at 4:31 PM which arrives into Zaandam at 7:42 PM. All services require a transfer at Heerlen and take an average of 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Arriva NLArriva NLNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8h 11m • 2 changes

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    Arriva NLArriva NLNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 11m • 2 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Arriva NLArriva NLNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8h 11m • 2 changes

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    Arriva NLArriva NLNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8h 11m • 2 changes

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    Arriva NLArriva NLNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 11m • 2 changes

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    Arriva NLArriva NLNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 11m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 235.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Kerkrade, Netherlands and Zaandam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Sittard to Zaandam hourly. Tickets cost €23–45 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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