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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at Rotterdam via Purmerend, Tramplein and Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

The distance between Alkmaar and Rotterdam is 120 km. The road distance is 99 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €13 - €28.

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

The train from Alkmaar to Rotterdam Centraal takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €13 - €28. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and line 103 bus and bus, which costs €21 - €30 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Rotterdam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alkmaar to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Rotterdam is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Alkmaar to Rotterdam.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Can I share a ride from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Alkmaar and Rotterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Alkmaar to Rotterdam - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 129 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by train, bus, rideshare, train (Eurostar), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Sprinter
2h 2m
€13–28
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Alkmaar to Rotterdamrideshare 97.9 km
1h 26m
€5
Line 129 bus, line 103 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 129
2. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijkbus 103
3. Take the bus from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk to Rotterdambus
3h 19m
€21–30
Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
2h 5m
€22–43
Train via Amsterdam Sloterdijk
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Sprinter / ...
2h 28m
€14–30
Drive 99 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Rotterdamcar 99 km
1h 11m
€18–26

Alkmaar to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 119.9 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Alkmaar to Rotterdam Centraal once daily. Tickets cost €13–28 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Rotterdam via Purmerend, Tramplein, Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk, and Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk in around 3h 19m.

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