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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Leuven is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which costs €29 - €70 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Leuven is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Leuven?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at Leuven Rector De Somerplein perron A via Purmerend, Tramplein, Amsterdam Central Station and Zaventem Brussels Airport perron B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Louvain via Amsterdam Centraal and Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Leuven?

The distance between Alkmaar and Leuven is 245 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €26 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Alkmaar to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Leuven bus from?

Alkmaar to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Leuven train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Leuven?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Leuven is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €26 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Leuven bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels Zaventem Airport station.

Where does the Alkmaar to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Leuven is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Alkmaar to Leuven.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Alkmaar to Leuven by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Anvers-Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
3h 9m
€26–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Brussels Zaventem Airportbus N818
6h 53m
€35–48
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Leuvencar 240.2 km
2h 58m
€45–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane AMS - BRU
3h 25m
€129–320
Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
3h 32m
€29–65

Alkmaar to Leuven by train

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Distance: 245.3 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Alkmaar, Netherlands and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Louvain via Amsterdam Centraal and Anvers-Central in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Brussels Zaventem Airport 5 times a week. Tickets cost €18–28 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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