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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal is to drive which takes 52 min and costs €11 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Leiden Centraal?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar station to Leiden Centraal station. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) and arriving at Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Leiden Centraal?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Leiden Centraal via Haarlem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal?

The distance between Alkmaar and Leiden Centraal is 62 km. The road distance is 66.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €6 - €15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €6 - €15. Alternatively, you can bus and line 365 bus, which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal is 67 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal.

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

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Where can I stay near Leiden Centraal?

There are 1920+ hotels available in Leiden Centraal.

Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 365 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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, Station Leiden Centraalbus 365
2h 18m
€11–15
Drive 66.8 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraalcar 66.8 km
52 min
€12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraaltaxi 66.8 km
52 min
€220–270

Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal by train

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Distance: 62.3 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Leiden Centraal via Haarlem in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) to Leiden, Station Leiden Centraal via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport and Schiphol, Airport/Plaza in around 2h 18m.

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