What is the cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling?

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling is to train which costs €19 - €40 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling?

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and De Efteling?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to De Efteling. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at De Efteling via Purmerend, Tramplein and Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and De Efteling?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to De Efteling. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Tilburg via 's-Hertogenbosch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to De Efteling?

The distance between Alkmaar and De Efteling is 164 km. The road distance is 140 km.

How do I travel from Alkmaar to De Efteling without a car?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €19 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to De Efteling bus from?

Alkmaar to De Efteling bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to De Efteling train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to De Efteling?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €19 - €40. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Alkmaar to De Efteling bus arrive?

Alkmaar to De Efteling bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Purmerend, Tramplein station.

Where does the Alkmaar to De Efteling train arrive?

Alkmaar to De Efteling train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at 's-Hertogenbosch station.

Can I drive from Alkmaar to De Efteling?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to De Efteling is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Alkmaar to De Efteling.

Where can I stay near De Efteling?

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Alkmaar to De Efteling - 4 ways to travel via train, line 129 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alkmaar to De Efteling by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to 's-Hertogenboschtrain Intercity
2h 41m
€19–40
Line 129 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 129
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena to De Eftelingbus 811
3h 58m
€23–32
Drive 140 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to De Eftelingcar 140 km
1h 48m
€25–37
Train, line 301 bus
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to 's-Hertogenboschtrain Intercity
2. Take the bus from 's-Hertogenbosch, Centraal Station to Kaatsheuvel, Eftelingbus 301 / ...
2h 45m
€20–38

Alkmaar to De Efteling by train, bus, and foot

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2h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Alkmaar, Netherlands and De Efteling, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Alkmaar to 's-Hertogenbosch hourly. Tickets cost €14–29 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to De Efteling via Purmerend, Tramplein, Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena, and De Efteling in around 3h 58m.

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