What is the cheapest way to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam?

The cheapest way to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam is to bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam?

The fastest way to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Kerkrade and Zaandam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kerkrade to Zaandam. However, there are services departing from Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkrade and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk via Heerlen and Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kerkrade and Zaandam?

No, there is no direct train from Kerkrade to Zaandam. However, there are services departing from Heerlen and arriving at Zaandam via Sittard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Kerkrade to Zaandam?

The distance between Kerkrade and Zaandam is 239 km. The road distance is 218.6 km.

How do I travel from Kerkrade to Zaandam without a car?

The best way to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €28 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kerkrade to Zaandam bus from?

Kerkrade to Zaandam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Maastricht station.

Where do I catch the Kerkrade to Zaandam train from?

Kerkrade to Zaandam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Sittard station.

Train or bus from Kerkrade to Zaandam?

The best way to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €28 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Kerkrade to Zaandam bus arrive?

Kerkrade to Zaandam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Kerkrade to Zaandam train arrive?

Kerkrade to Zaandam train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zaandam station.

Can I drive from Kerkrade to Zaandam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerkrade to Zaandam is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Kerkrade to Zaandam.

Where can I stay near Zaandam?

There are 3241+ hotels available in Zaandam.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kerkrade to Zaandam by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sittard to Zaandamtrain Intercity
3h 47m
€28–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus FlixBus N831 / ...
5h 38m
€27–43
Drive 218.6 km
1. Drive from Kerkrade to Zaandamcar 218.6 km
2h 52m
€39–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Herzogenrath to Duesseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
4h 34m

Kerkrade to Zaandam by bus and train

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Distance: 238.6 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Sittard to Zaandam hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Amsterdam Sloterdijk every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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