The average train between Bruges and Alkmaar takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges to Alkmaar. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bruges and Alkmaar. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Alkmaar at 9:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bruges to Alkmaar? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Alkmaar station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Bruges to Alkmaar train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Alkmaar train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Alkmaar station.
Book your Bruges to Alkmaar train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Eurostar.
The distance between Bruges and Alkmaar is 189.6 km. The road distance is 304 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Alkmaar via Anvers-Central and Amsterdam Centraal in around 3h 53m.