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Frans Hals Museum
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Cheapest price on Oct 13
zł43
Average ticket price on Oct 13
zł43
Fastest journey on Oct 13
33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
38 m
Trains on Oct 13
8
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Purmerend to Haarlem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Purmerend to Haarlem will cost around zł43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł43.
It's difficult to get from Purmerend to Haarlem without transferring at least once.
IC 3729 · IC 2121
SPR 4133 · IC 2227
SPR 4131 · IC 2325
SPR 4135 · IC 2329
SPR 4129 · IC 2223
IC 3729 · IC 2121
SPR 4133 · IC 2227
SPR 4131 · IC 2325
SPR 4135 · IC 2329
SPR 4129 · IC 2223Trains from Purmerend to Haarlem run on average 13 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price zł42 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Purmerend to Haarlem trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3729 · IC 2121 | 8:02 AM Purmerend station | 0h33 | 8:35 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4129 · IC 2223 | 8:09 AM Purmerend Overwhere | 0h42 | 8:51 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4129 · IC 2223 | 8:12 AM Purmerend station | 0h39 | 8:51 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4131 · IC 2325 | 8:39 AM Purmerend Overwhere | 0h42 | 9:21 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4131 · IC 2325 | 8:42 AM Purmerend station | 0h39 | 9:21 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4133 · IC 2227 | 9:09 AM Purmerend Overwhere | 0h42 | 9:51 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4133 · IC 2227 | 9:12 AM Purmerend station | 0h39 | 9:51 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4135 · IC 2329 | 9:42 AM Purmerend station | 0h39 | 10:21 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
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Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Museum of science in the former home of Pieter Teyler, with fossils, instruments, drawings, and a beautiful 18th-century Oval Room.
City history museum covering Haarlem’s art, civic life, and changing society. A strong overview for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Haarlem’s main square, framed by monumental buildings, markets, and terraces. The best place to start exploring the old city center.
Elegant canal street along the Spaarne with museums, historic houses, and waterside views. One of Haarlem’s most scenic walking routes.
Broad shopping street linking key central sights, lined with historic façades and local stores. Ideal for a lively walk through Haarlem.
A classic Dutch bar snack of deep-fried beef ragout in a crisp crumb coating. It is beloved in cafés and borrel culture across Haarlem.
Small fluffy Dutch pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A traditional sweet treat popular at markets, fairs, and pancake houses.
Lightly battered apple rings fried until golden, often dusted with sugar. A traditional Dutch pastry snack especially associated with colder months.
Refined fine dining restaurant with creative seasonal tasting menus and elegant service. One of Haarlem's most acclaimed special-occasion addresses.
Casual local favorite for excellent seafood, especially herring and fried fish. A practical stop to try classic Dutch fish-stall flavors.
Atmospheric brewery restaurant in a former church, known for Jopen beers and Dutch pub dishes. Lively, iconic, and very popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and prices are usually below Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Haarlem Station -> Grote Markt, Haarlem
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Purmerend to Haarlem 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 Haarlem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Purmerend to Haarlem trains use the Purmerend to Haarlem station pair. Use this guide to compare Purmerend and Haarlem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Purmerend Overwhere has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Purmerend Overwhere.
ATMs are available at Purmerend Overwhere.
Available at Purmerend Overwhere: WC.
Available at Purmerend Overwhere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purmerend Overwhere.
Purmerend has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Roti King Aarti, La Cubanita Purmerend
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Purmerend. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Purmerend. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Purmerend: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Purmerend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purmerend.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Purmerend, Van der Valk Hotel Volendam, Hampshire Golfhotel Waterland.
Purmerend Weidevenne is 1 km from Purmerend city centre. Public transport options include:
Purmerend Weidevenne has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Purmerend Weidevenne.
Available at Purmerend Weidevenne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purmerend Weidevenne.
Haarlem 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 Morris, De Ripper
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Haarlem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Haarlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haarlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haarlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Grand Hotel Frans Hals, Hotel Lion d'Or, Carlton Square Hotel.
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