How can I travel from Zaandam to Amsterdam without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Amsterdam. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Amsterdam from Zaandam by bus?

Traveling from Zaandam to Amsterdam takes about 20m on average, although the fastest bus will take 20m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 7 miles (11 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Zaandam to Amsterdam?

Zaandam and Amsterdam are 7 miles (11 km) apart.

How much are the bus tickets from Zaandam to Amsterdam?

The bus ticket costs $7 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $7 to $8, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Zaandam to Amsterdam?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Zaandam to Amsterdam. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 40m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Amsterdam before returning to Zaandam in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Amsterdam?

Once in Amsterdam, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Canal cruise, City Sightseeing Amsterdam Hop On and Hop Off, Walking tours, Last Minute Ticket Shop and Cycling in Amsterdam.

Zaandam to Amsterdam Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Zaandam to Amsterdam.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$7 - $8	Average Duration20m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$7 - $15	Average Duration24m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Zaandam to Amsterdam

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day

20mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest ticket

0kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Zaandam to Amsterdam: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$7

Average bus trip duration20m

Number of daily buses53

Earliest bus departure12:42am

Distance4 miles (6 km)

Latest bus departure12:30pm

Compare bus companies

NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

3.5/540 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.4

Based on 40 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen ticket prices on this trip start at $7.00

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Zaandam to Amsterdam?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time20m	Avg Price$7	Daily Departures53
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time24m	Avg Price$11	Daily Departures892

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