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Zaandam to Leeuwarden trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Zaandam and Leeuwarden takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Zaandam to Leeuwarden. 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 37m
Duration
212 km
Distance
€29
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Leeuwardentrain train Intercity
3h 8m
€24–50

Zaandam to Leeuwarden train times

Trains run hourly between Zaandam and Leeuwarden. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Leeuwarden at 1:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam Sloterdijk and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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

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Departing Saturday, October 17, 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

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zaandam to Leeuwarden? 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: 211.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 37m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Zuid to Leeuwarden hourly. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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