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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Zwolle is to train via Utrecht which costs €19 - €40 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Zwolle is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Zwolle?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar station to Zwolle. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) and arriving at Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum via Apeldoorn, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Zwolle?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Zwolle. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Zwolle via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Zwolle?

The distance between Alkmaar and Zwolle is 143 km. The road distance is 124.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Zwolle without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Alkmaar to Zwolle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Zwolle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Zwolle train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Zwolle?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Zwolle is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €28 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Zwolle bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Zwolle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Apeldoorn train station.

Where does the Alkmaar to Zwolle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Zwolle?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Zwolle is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Alkmaar to Zwolle.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Alkmaar to Zwolle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Zwolletrain Nachttrein
2h 37m
€20–32
Train via Amsterdam
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Zwolletrain Intercity
2h 37m
€17–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) to Apeldoorn train stationbus N1367
2. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrumbus 210 / ...
3h 59m
€22–28
Drive 124.1 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Zwollecar 124.1 km
1h 39m
€23–33
Train via Utrecht
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Zwolletrain Sprinter / ...
2h 57m
€19–40

Alkmaar to Zwolle by train

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Distance: 142.8 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Zwolle via Amsterdam Centraal in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt) to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum via Apeldoorn train station and Apeldoorn, Station in around 3h 59m.

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