What is the cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn is to train which costs €5 - €16 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Zaandam and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct bus from Zaandam station to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn, Centrum via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct train from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Zaandam and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Leiden Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The distance between Zaandam and Alphen aan den Rijn is 46 km. The road distance is 46.1 km.

How do I travel from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car is to train and line 470 bus which takes 1h 6m and costs €8 - €13.

How long does it take to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn bus from?

Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by GVB, depart from Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn train from?

Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Train or bus from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs €5 - €16. Alternatively, you can line 369 bus and line 470 bus, which costs €10 - €15 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn bus arrive?

Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by GVB, arrive at Schiphol, Schiphol Airport/Plaza station.

Where does the Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn train arrive?

Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Leiden Centraal station.

Can I drive from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn is 46 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn.

How do I get a train ticket from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn?

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Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 470 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 470 bus
best
1. Take the train from Zaandam to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Sprinter
2. Take the bus from Schiphol, Airport/Plaza to Alphen a/d Rijn, Centrumbus 470 / ...
1h 6m
€8–12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Leiden Centraal to Alphen a/d Rijntrain Sprinter
1h 13m
€6–16
Drive 46.1 km
1. Drive from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijncar 46.1 km
39 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijntaxi 46.1 km
39 min
€120–150
Line 369 bus, line 470 bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk to Schiphol, Schiphol Airport/Plazabus 369
2. Take the bus from Schiphol, Airport/Plaza to Alphen a/d Rijn, Centrumbus 470 / ...
1h 31m
€11–15

Zaandam to Alphen aan den Rijn by train and bus

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Distance: 45.6 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Zaandam, Netherlands and Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Zaandam to Alphen a/d Rijn via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Leiden Centraal in around 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zaandam to Alphen a/d Rijn, Centrum via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk, Schiphol, Schiphol Airport/Plaza, and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza in around 1h 31m.

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