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Zaanse Schans
Open-air heritage museum area with working windmills, craft workshops and historic houses that vividly present life in the Zaan region.
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
1 h
Buses on 27 Sept
34
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotterdam to Zaandam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Zaandam will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Sun 27 Sept, we found 34 buses from Rotterdam to Zaandam, including 34 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4743
1609
1683
1657
1613
51095
1663
1657
4743
1683The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Zaandam coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 0:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 1:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
1613 | 5:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h55 | 7:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 6:20 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h35 | 7:40 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
1609 | 6:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h41 | 7:56 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h40 | 8:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h55 | 8:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 8:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
1683 | 7:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 8:10 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h25 | 8:35 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h30 | 8:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
4743 | 7:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h00 | 8:25 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 8:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 9:55 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 11:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
51095 | 10:45 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h55 | 11:40 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 12:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h05 | 13:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:10 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2h05 | 15:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 14:35 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h15 | 14:50 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h40 | 15:15 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 16:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
1657 | 15:10 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h00 | 16:10 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h45 | 17:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h20 | 17:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:55 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1h35 | 17:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 17:30 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
1663 | 19:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0h59 | 19:59 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h45 | 20:45 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:50 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1h10 | 22:00 Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rotterdam to Zaandam run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 32 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 45m.
Distance 62 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Discover the best of Zaandam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zaandam trip today.
Open-air heritage museum area with working windmills, craft workshops and historic houses that vividly present life in the Zaan region.
Museum on Zaan region history, industry and daily life, with changing exhibitions in the centre of Zaandam near the river and station.
Traditional clog workshop and small museum demonstrating wooden shoe making. A popular, hands-on stop within the Zaanse Schans area.
Picturesque heritage district with canals, bridges and windmills. Ideal for walking, photography and exploring traditional Zaan architecture.
Main shopping street in central Zaandam with distinctive modern architecture, public art and easy access to nearby cultural sights.
Central square and station approach framed by the town’s playful modern façades. A practical starting point for exploring Zaandam on foot.
Crisp spiced biscuit from nearby Zaandijk and the Zaanstreek, flavoured with cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. A classic local sweet linked to the region’s bakery tradition.
Soft white bun filled with smoked eel, a classic North Holland delicacy. It reflects the region’s long waterside smoking and fishing traditions.
Small fluffy pancakes usually served with butter and sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found across the region and traditionally eaten fresh from the griddle.
Atmospheric restaurant in Zaandijk known for Dutch and European cooking, with a cosy interior suited to a leisurely meal.
Stylish waterside restaurant in Zaandam serving modern French and Dutch dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Popular local pancake house at the Zaanse Schans, ideal for trying Dutch pancakes and sweet treats in a casual historic setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost less than Amsterdam, but transport and tourist-area prices are still fairly high.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Zaandam by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zaandam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Zaandam buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Zaandam bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Elevators, ramps.
Rotterdam, Zuidplein is 3 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam, Zuidplein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food outlets available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein.
Available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Zuidplein: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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