The Hague to Zaanstad by ferry
Zaanstad lies 55 km (34 mi) north-east of The Hague, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 55 km (34 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 1 h 39 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| The Hague | Zaanstad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | The Netherlands | The Netherlands |
| Population | 474,292 | 140,085 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 2 m (7 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Port | Ammunitiehaven | Zaandam |
Where to book ferries from The Hague to Zaanstad
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Staying in Zaanstad
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Common questions
How far is Zaanstad from The Hague?
55 km (34 mi) in a straight line, north-east of The Hague; by road roughly 67 km (41 mi).
How long does it take to get from The Hague to Zaanstad by ferry?
About 1 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between The Hague and Zaanstad?
No, both are on Europe/Amsterdam at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.