The average train between Zaandam and Dronten takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Zaandam to Dronten. 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 30 minutes between Zaandam and Dronten. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Dronten at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Duivendrecht and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zaandam to Dronten? 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 Zaandam to Dronten. However, there are services departing from Zaandam station and arriving at Dronten station via Duivendrecht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Zaandam to Dronten train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zaandam station.
Zaandam to Dronten train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Lelystad Centrum station.
Book your Zaandam to Dronten train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Zaandam and Dronten is 61.1 km. The road distance is 90 km.
You can take a train from Zaandam to Dronten via Duivendrecht and Lelystad Centrum in around 2h 6m.