- Must visit
Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€71
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€135
Fastest journey on Sep 17
6 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
6 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 17
3
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaandam to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaandam to Berlin will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 trains from Zaandam to Berlin, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 581 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 14 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 7 h 6 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaandam to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, while a flight costs an average of €582.
Distance: 361 miles (581 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€163 Average price | €582 Average price | €70 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zaandam to Berlin:
A bus is €93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaandam to Berlin costing on average €163.
A bus is €512 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaandam to Berlin costing on average €582.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 29m.
Bus takes on average 9h 43m.
You'll arrive about 1h 5m sooner (6h 29m by train vs 7h 34m by car). Tickets start at around €163 compared to roughly €126 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zaandam to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:49 AM Zaandam | 7h06 | 2:55 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:49 AM Zaandam | 6h54 | 3:43 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Zaandam | 6h14 | 4:52 PM Berlin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zaandam to Berlin run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €86 but you can travel from only €45 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 361 miles (581 km) distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 361 miles (581 km) |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €86 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Berlin Hbf -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaandam to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zaandam to Berlin trains use the Koog Bloemwijk to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Zaandam and Berlin 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.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin-Charlottenburg is 7 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin-Charlottenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Haus der 100 Biere, Ach!NikO!Ach!, Ristorante Salve, Mommsen-Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. ATMs are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Information desks are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin-Charlottenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin-Charlottenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin-Charlottenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin-Charlottenburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Orion, Come Inn Berlin Kurfürstendamm Opera, Ku’ Damm 101 Design-Hotel Berlin, EnergieHotel.
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