Volendam, an old fisherman’s village, and Marken, a former island in the Zuiderzee, are two must-see places the Netherlands. Here’s our guide on how to travel to Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam by bus, car, or joining a tour.
Tours to Volendam from Amsterdam
There are several tour companies organizing day trips from Amsterdam to Volendam. Our favourites are:
- Keukenhof + Volendam + Marken + Zaanse Schans tour, during the Keukenhof opening season, from 20 March to 11 May 2025.
- Volendam, Marken & Windmills Tour. The tours are popular, especially in the high season, from April to September. We recommend booking tickets in advance.
Travel to Volendam from Amsterdam by bus
To reach Volendam and Marken by public transport, take bus line 316, which departs from the Amsterdam/CS IJzijde station. The bus station is located just behind Amsterdam Centraal train station, one level up from platforms 14 and 15.
Plan your trip to Volendam from Amsterdam. Check the route, departure times, and travel details from Amsterdam to Volendam in the Glimble app:
In just 45 minutes, the bus will take you directly from Amsterdam to Volendam.
Amsterdam – Volendam bus tickets
You can use one of the following tickets:
1. Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket for 1 – 3 days of unlimited travel by bus, tram, metro and train in Amsterdam and surrounding areas (Volendam, Edam, Marken, Keukenhof, Zaanse Schans, Haarlem, and much more). This ticket offers excellent value for the price, especially if you opt for the 3-day pass.
| Duration | Price in 2025 | Cost per day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | € 21,00 | € 21,00 |
| 2 days | € 31,50 | € 15,75 |
| 3 days | € 40,50 | € 13,50 |
Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket map in 2025. You can find a large map at Iamsterdam.com official website. Learn more about ARTT.
2. Dutch Countryside Card. The card is a combination of:
3. The Waterland day ticket offers unlimited bus trips throughout the day between Amsterdam, Edam, Volendam, Marken, Monnickendam, Purmerend, and Broek in Waterland. In 2025, the ticket costs €12.50 and is also available for purchase online.
4. OV-chipcard
5. OV-pay
Travel from Amsterdam to Volendam by car
Take the A10 ring road in the direction of Zaandam/Zaanstad. From there, follow the N247 towards Volendam. To reach the center of Volendam, continue on the N517 road.
Volendam has four free parkings:
- Parkeerterrein Marinapark
- Parkeerterrein Slobbeland
- Parkeerterrein Parallelweg
- Parkeerterrein Hotel Spaander.
Travel from Volendam to Marken
One of the nicest ways to travel from Volendam to Marken is by ferry boat. The Volendam-Marken Express operates a ferry service year-round, except when the lake is frozen.
The Volendam – Marken ferry tickets are available at the departure points and online:
Good to know! With I amsterdam City Card you get a free one way ferry trip from Volendam to Marken. Learn more about the I amstedam City Card.
Alternatively, you can travel from Volendam to Marken by bus. Take bus line 316 (heading towards Amsterdam) and get off at the Broek in Waterland, Dorp bus stop. This charming village is also worth a visit!
In Broek in Waterland, you’ll need to switch buses (on the opposite side of the road) to line 315 (heading towards Marken). You can check the bus schedule from Volendam to Marken via the Glimble app for up-to-date information.
Can I visit Volendam and the Zaanse Schans in one day?
Yes, it’s possible. However, if you look at the map, you’ll notice that Volendam and Marken are located in different directions from Amsterdam. If you’re traveling by public transport, you’ll need to go via Amsterdam, which can take over an hour.
For more convenience, we recommend joining a bus tour to the Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken.
Enjoy your visit to Volendam and Marken!
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