What is the cheapest way to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans is to train via Uitgeest which costs €2 - €7 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €65 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar, Station and Zaanse Schans?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar, Station station to Zaanse Schans. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Station and arriving at Zaandijk, Beeldentuin via Purmerend, Tramplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar, Station and Zaanse Schans?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Zaandijk Zaanse Schans. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

The distance between Alkmaar, Station and Zaanse Schans is 26 km. The road distance is 24.9 km.

How do I travel from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans without a car?

The best way to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs €2 - €6.

How long does it take to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

The train from Alkmaar to Zaandijk Zaanse Schans takes 25 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans bus from?

Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Alkmaar, Station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans train from?

Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Alkmaar station.

Train or bus from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

The best way to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans is to train which takes 27 min and costs €2 - €6. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and line 67 bus, which costs €14 - €18 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans bus arrive?

Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Purmerend, Tramplein station.

Where does the Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans train arrive?

Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zaandijk Zaanse Schans station.

Can I drive from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans is 25 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans.

How do I get a train ticket from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans?

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Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Zaandijk Zaanse Schanstrain Sprinter / ...
27 min
€2–6
Line 129 bus, line 67 bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Station to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 129
2. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Zaandijk, Beeldentuinbus 67
1h 49m
€14–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schanstaxi 24.9 km
23 min
€65–85
Drive 24.9 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schanscar 24.9 km
23 min
€5–7
Train via Uitgeest
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Uitgeesttrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Uitgeest to Zaandijk Zaanse Schanstrain Sprinter / ...
41 min
€3–7
Train, line 67 bus
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Zaandamtrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the bus from Zaandam, Station to Zaandijk, Beeldentuinbus 67
1h 10m
€6–10

Alkmaar, Station to Zaanse Schans by foot and train

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Distance: 25.9 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Alkmaar, Station, Netherlands and Zaanse Schans, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Alkmaar to Zaandijk Zaanse Schans twice daily. Tickets cost €2–6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar, Station to Zaandijk, Beeldentuin via Purmerend, Tramplein in around 1h 49m.

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