The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Purmerend
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Purmerend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam to Purmerend will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Purmerend without transferring at least once.
4018 · 4120
3928+
4141
4020 · 4122
3934+
4147
4028 · 4130
4018 · 4120
4020 · 4122
4028 · 4130
4024 · 4126
4038 · 4140Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Purmerend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Purmerend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 15 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€6 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Amsterdam to Purmerend train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Purmerend trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4018 · 4120 | 7:13 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 7:48 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3920+ 4133 | 7:18 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 8:12 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4020 · 4122 | 7:43 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 8:18 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3922+ 4135 | 7:48 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 8:42 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4022 · 4124 | 8:13 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 8:48 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3924+ 4137 | 8:18 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 9:12 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4024 · 4126 | 8:43 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 9:18 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3926+ 4139 | 8:48 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 9:42 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4026 · 4128 | 9:13 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 9:48 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3928+ 4141 | 9:18 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 10:12 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4028 · 4130 | 9:43 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 10:18 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3930+ 4143 | 9:48 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 10:42 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4030 · 4132 | 10:13 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 10:48 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3932+ 4145 | 10:18 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 11:12 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4032 · 4134 | 10:43 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 11:18 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3934+ 4147 | 10:48 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 11:42 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4034 · 4136 | 11:13 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 11:48 AM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3936+ 4149 | 11:18 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 12:12 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4036 · 4138 | 11:43 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 12:18 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3938+ 4151 | 11:48 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 12:42 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4038 · 4140 | 12:13 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 12:48 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3940+ 4153 | 12:18 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 1:12 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
4040 · 4142 | 12:43 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h35 | 1:18 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
3942+ 4155 | 12:48 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 0h54 | 1:42 PM Purmerend station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Purmerend
Trains from Amsterdam to Purmerend run on average 799 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 248 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 25m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 799 |
Direct trains 248 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Intercity, PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn from Amsterdam to Purmerend trainsIntercity, PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Amsterdam and Purmerend from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
PKP Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Purmerend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Purmerend 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 Purmerend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Amsterdam, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. When arriving in Purmerend, you can end your trip in train stations like Purmerend, Purmerend Overwhere and Purmerend Weidevenne.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Amsterdam Centraal, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Purmerend, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Amsterdam to Purmerend
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking available next to the station, open 24/7.
- Roti King Aarti
- La Cubanita Purmerend
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel Purmerend
- Van der Valk Hotel Volendam
- Hampshire Golfhotel Waterland
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains to Amsterdam and Hoorn
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Amsterdam and Hoorn
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