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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden is to train via Haarlem which costs €6 - €15 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Leiden?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar station to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) and arriving at Leiden, Groenoord via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Leiden?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Leiden Centraal. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Leiden?

The distance between Alkmaar and Leiden is 75 km. The road distance is 66.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs €8 - €18.

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

The train from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal takes 56 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Leiden bus from?

Alkmaar to Leiden bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt).

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Leiden train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Leiden?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden is to train which takes 56 min and costs €8 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 365 bus, which costs €10 - €15 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Leiden bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Leiden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport station.

Where does the Alkmaar to Leiden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Leiden?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Leiden is 67 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Alkmaar to Leiden.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity
56 min
€8–18
Train via Haarlem
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Haarlemtrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Haarlem to Leiden Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
1h 11m
€7–15
Bus, line 365 bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airportbus N1367
2. Take the bus from Schiphol, Airport/Plaza to Leiden, Groenoordbus 365
2h 10m
€11–15
Drive 66.6 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Leidencar 66.6 km
50 min
€12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alkmaar to Leidentaxi 66.6 km
50 min
€170–220

Alkmaar to Leiden by train

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Distance: 75.1 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Alkmaar, Netherlands and Leiden, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–18 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) to Leiden, Groenoord via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza in around 2h 10m.

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