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Museum Prinsenhof Delft
Main museum on Delft’s art, history and William of Orange, housed in a former convent. Essential for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 12 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaandam to Delft is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaandam to Delft will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Zaandam to Delft you need to make at least one change.
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IC 3027 · IC 2121 · IC 3522Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaandam to Delft among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 58 km
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£17 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zaandam to Delft:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaandam to Delft costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Delft take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 20m.
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Trains from Zaandam to Delft run on average 42 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 42 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Main museum on Delft’s art, history and William of Orange, housed in a former convent. Essential for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Museum inside the Royal Delft factory, showing the story and production of Delft Blue pottery with displays, workshops and factory views.
Science centre run by TU Delft with hands-on exhibits on engineering, design and innovation. Good for families and curious visitors.
Canal-side square by the Old Church with historic houses, bridges and waterside views. One of the most atmospheric places for a stroll in Delft.
Pleasant canalside route with monuments, galleries and city views. A classic walking area that shows Delft’s quieter, elegant side.
Historic street running through the centre with shops, bridges and canal scenery. Useful for exploring daily city life between major sights.
Mini fluffy pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A classic Dutch treat found at markets and pancake houses across Delft.
Thin Dutch pancakes with sweet or savoury toppings. Traditional, versatile and widely eaten for lunch or dinner in the Netherlands.
Deep-fried balls with a ragout filling, often beef or veal. A beloved Dutch bar snack, especially with mustard.
Historic brewery restaurant known for house-brewed beer and hearty Dutch dishes in a lively waterside atmosphere.
Popular traditional lunchroom famous for Dutch pancakes, apple pie and generous café fare in a classic Delft setting.
Canal-side dining venue with contemporary European cooking, seafood and a polished atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are not cheap, but Delft is often a little less costly than Amsterdam. Local trains and buses are efficient but add to daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is common.
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Delft station -> Markt, Delft
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaandam to Delft by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Delft, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zaandam to Delft trains use the Zaandam to Delft station pair, with some services arriving at Delft Zuid. Use this guide to compare Zaandam and Delft train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zaandam has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Puur Saen, De Koffiezaak
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zaandam. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zaandam. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zaandam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zaandam: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaandam: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam, Best Western Zaan Inn, easyHotel Amsterdam Zaandam.
Koog Bloemwijk is 2 km from Zaandam city centre. Public transport options include:
Koog Bloemwijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Koog Bloemwijk. ATMs are available at Koog Bloemwijk.
Ticket office support is available at Koog Bloemwijk.
Available at Koog Bloemwijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koog Bloemwijk: Station not fully accessible for disabled persons.
Koog-Zaandijk is 3 km from Zaandam city centre. Public transport options include:
Koog-Zaandijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Koog-Zaandijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Koog-Zaandijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Koog-Zaandijk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koog-Zaandijk: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Heerlijck Slaapen op de Zaanse Schans, Hotel Zaandijk, Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam.
Delft has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Het Konings Huys, Spijshuis de Dis
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Delft. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Delft. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Delft: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Delft: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Delft: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Leeuwenbrug, Hotel Johannes Vermeer Delft, Best Western Museumhotels Delft.
Delft Zuid is 1 km from Delft city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Delft Zuid has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Delft Zuid.
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