What is the cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne is to train which costs €30 - €65 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Purmerend, Tramplein, Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Cologne?

The distance between Alkmaar and Cologne is 299 km. The road distance is 292.5 km.

How do I travel from Alkmaar to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €30 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Alkmaar to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Alkmaar to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Cologne bus from?

Alkmaar to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Cologne train from?

Alkmaar to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Alkmaar station.

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Cologne?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Cologne bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Alkmaar to Cologne train arrive?

Alkmaar to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Cologne is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Alkmaar to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Alkmaar to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Alkmaar to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Alkmaar to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 11m
€33–63
Train via Utrecht
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 54m
€32–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leverkusenbus N28 / ...
7h 30m
€37–53
Drive 292.5 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Colognecar 292.5 km
3h 4m
€54–78
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3h 53m
€151–365
Train via Alkmaar
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78
4h 49m
€45–108

Alkmaar to Cologne by train

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Distance: 298.5 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Alkmaar, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Koeln Hbf via Amsterdam Centraal in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leverkusen twice daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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