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Leeuwarden to Zaandam trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Leeuwarden and Zaandam takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeuwarden 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.

2h 43m
Duration
212 km
Distance
€29
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Zuidtrain train Intercity
2h 29m
€24–48

Leeuwarden to Zaandam train times

Trains run hourly between Leeuwarden and Zaandam. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeuwarden is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Zaandam at 1:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam Zuid and take an average of 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 36m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 48m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 48m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)GVBNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 39m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leeuwarden 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.

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  • Distance: 211.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 43m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Zuid hourly. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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