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

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Venlo is to train via Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA which costs €20 - €45 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Venlo is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Zaandam and Venlo?

No, there is no direct bus from Zaandam to Venlo. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Venlo, Mgr. Nolensplein via Nijmegen, Centraal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Venlo?

No, there is no direct train from Zaandam to Venlo. However, there are services departing from Zaandam and arriving at Venlo via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Zaandam to Venlo?

The distance between Zaandam and Venlo is 182 km. The road distance is 178.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaandam to Venlo without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €20 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Zaandam to Venlo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Venlo bus from?

Zaandam to Venlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Venlo train from?

Zaandam to Venlo train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Zaandam to Venlo?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Venlo is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €20 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Zaandam to Venlo bus arrive?

Zaandam to Venlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nijmegen Centraal Station.

Where does the Zaandam to Venlo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaandam to Venlo?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Venlo is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Zaandam to Venlo.

How do I get a train ticket from Zaandam to Venlo?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Venlotrain Ice / ...
2h 18m
€20–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Nijmegen Centraal Stationbus N94 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nijmegen, Centraal Station to Venlo, Mgr. Nolenspleinbus 383
4h 52m
€23–36
Drive 178.6 km
1. Drive from Zaandam to Venlocar 178.6 km
2h 12m
€32–46
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Venlotrain
4h 10m
€137–306
Train via Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA
1. Take the train from Zaandam to Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenAtrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA to Venlotrain Intercity
2h 48m
€20–45

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Distance: 181.9 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Venlo hourly. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zaandam to Venlo, Mgr. Nolensplein via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Nijmegen Centraal Station, and Nijmegen, Centraal Station in around 4h 52m.

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