What is the cheapest way to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

The cheapest way to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

The fastest way to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Leeuwarden and Zaanse Schans?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeuwarden station to Zaanse Schans. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden, Busstation and arriving at Zaandijk, Beeldentuin via Alkmaar, Station and Purmerend, Tramplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Leeuwarden and Zaanse Schans?

No, there is no direct train from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden and arriving at Zaandijk Zaanse Schans via Amsterdam, Station Zuid and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

The distance between Leeuwarden and Zaanse Schans is 215 km. The road distance is 125.8 km.

How do I travel from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans without a car?

The best way to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €25 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans bus from?

Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Leeuwarden, Busstation.

Where do I catch the Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

The best way to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 129 bus and line 67 bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans bus arrive?

Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Alkmaar, Station.

Where does the Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans train arrive?

Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Zuid station.

Can I drive from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans?

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Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 129 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Zuidtrain Intercity
2h 44m
€25–51
Drive 125.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schanscar 125.8 km
1h 25m
€23–33
Bus, line 129 bus, line 67 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Alkmaar, Stationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Station to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 129
3. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Zaandijk, Beeldentuinbus 67
4h 4m
€33–41

Leeuwarden to Zaanse Schans by train and subway

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.2 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Leeuwarden, Netherlands and Zaanse Schans, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Leeuwarden to Amsterdam Zuid hourly. Tickets cost €22–45 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Zaandijk, Beeldentuin via Alkmaar, Station and Purmerend, Tramplein in around 4h 4m.

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