Volendam village and Marken, a former island in the Zuiderzee, are two must-see places in the Netherlands. How to get to Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam by public transport, by car or with an organized tour?
sai
Here is a step-by-step guide to help you plan your visit to Volendam and Marken.
- Need help with tickets, Volendam tours, planning your route, or just have any questions? Please feel free to ask me in the comments!
Tours to Volendam from Amsterdam
There are different companies offering guided tours from Amsterdam to Volendam. I recommend:
- Volendam, Marken & Windmills Tour organized by a local tour guide Tours & Tickets. Prior ticket reservation is required. The tours are popular, especially in the high season. We recommend booking the tour online at least 2-3 days in advance. Book now >>
- Tip! You can also explore Volendam and Marken with a local.
How to get to Volendam from Amsterdam by public transport?
You need to take a bus line 316 which departs from Amsterdam/CS IJzijde station. The bus station is located behind Amsterdam Centraal train station, one level up behind platforms 14 and 15 (there will be signs, so it’s hard to get lost).
Plan your trip to Volendam before departure. Check the route, departure and travel times from Amsterdam to Volendam in the Glimble app. You can also buy your bus tickets in the app. With the code GROUP you get a 10% discount if you travel with 2 people or more.
In 45 minutes the bus will take you directly from Amsterdam to Volendam.
Tickets for the bus from Amsterdam to Volendam:
You can buy your bus ticket via the Glimble app. Alternatively you can buy:
Waterland day ticket for unlimied bus trips between Amsterdam, Edam, Volendam, Marken, Monnickendam, Purmerend and Broek in Waterland during the day. In 2025 the ticket costs € 12,50 (and is also available online).
Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket for 1 – 3 days of unlimited travel by bus, tram, metro and train in Amsterdam and surrounding areas (including Volendam, Edam, Marken, Zaanse Schans, Haarlem, Zandvoort and Keukenhof). This ticket offers a great value for the price, especially if you choose a 3-days option.
| Amsterdam & Region travel ticket 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 full-size image at Iamsterdam.com official website. Learn more about ARTT >>
You can also use the Dutch Countryside Card. The Card is a combination of:
- Amsterdam & Region Travel Card (unlimited public transportation in and around Amsterdam)
- canal cruise in Amsterdam.
How to get to Volendam from Amsterdam by car?
Take the A10 ring road direction Zaandam/Zaanstad. Then follow the N247 to Volendam. To get to the centre of Volendam, take the N517 road.
Volendam has several free parkings:
- Parkeerterrein Marinapark
- Parkeerterrein Slobbeland
- Parkeerterrein Parallelweg
Check Volendam free parking addreses and tips here.
Tip! Rent a bike in Volendam for free at Volendam Rent & Event with your I amsterdam city card.
Photo: free parking at Slobbeland 2, 1131 AB Volendam is a few minutes walk from Volendam center
How to get from Volendam to Marken?
Probably the nicest way to get from Volendam to Marken is by ferry boat. The Volendam-Marken Express operates a ferry service between Volendam and Marken all year round, except for when the lake is frozen.
The Volendam – Marken ferry tickets are available online:
- Adult – Return – € 16,50
- Adult – One way – € 10
- Child (4-11) – Return – € 8,25
- Child (4-11) – One way – € 5
- Bike – Single – € 2,00
Tip! With I amsterdam City Card you get a free one way ferry trip from Volendam to Marken. Learn more about the benefits of I amstedam City Card.
Alternatively you can get from Volendam from Marken by bus. Get on a bus line 316 (direction Amsterdam) and take a ride to Broek in Waterland, Dorp bus stop. By the way, this little village is also a great place to visit!
In Broek in Waterland you will need to change bus (on the opposite side of the road) to line 315 (direction Marken). Check the bus schedule from Volendam to Marken via the Glimble app:
Tip! In Volendam you can also get your picture taken in traditional Volendam clothing.
Is it possible to visit Volendam and the Zaanse Schans in one day?
In general, yes. But if you look at the map you can see these two villages are located in the different directions from Amsterdam. If you travel by public transport, you will need to travel via Amsterdam which will take more than an hour. We recommend to join a bus tour to the Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken and travel with more comfort.
Visiting the Netherlands? Plan your trip
- Arriving to Amsterdam by plane? You can travel from the airport to the city center by train or bus.
- There are numerous nice hotels in Amsterdam for every taste. We recommend Ambassade hotel, Andaz Prinsengracht and other hotels on the canal belt of Amsterdam.
- Travel by public transport in Amsterdam with an unlimited pass for 1-7 days. With Amsterdam Travel ticket you can also travel from the airport.
- Plan your door-to-door trips with the Glimble app for iOS or Android.
- Alternatively buy the I amsterdam city card, which includes city transport, museums entrance, canal cruise and bike rental.
- Check out the things to do in Amsterdam and book museum tickets in advance.
- Make your trip to the Netherlands complete by visiting Giethoorn (the Dutch Venice), Volendam and Zaanse Schans.
Enjoy your trip to Volendam and Marken!
Related articles:
- Amsterdam in one day: things to see and do
- Red Light District in Amsterdam
- Lovers canal cruises in Amsterdam
- Giethoorn from Amsterdam: plan your trip
- Welcome to the Zaanse Schans!
About the author:
All the articles in this guide are written by me. I do my best to keep them regularly updated so you always have the most current information. If you find Holland Explorer helpful, you can support the project by spreading the word. Tell your friends and fellow travelers, or share a link on travel forums or social media. The only way I can compete with the big commercial websites is with your help. Thank you!