What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar is to train which costs €4 - €10 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar is to train which takes 35 min and costs €4 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam Central Station and Alkmaar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from [Amsterdam Centraal] Busstation IJ-Zijde, Bushalte M station and arriving at [Alkmaar] OHR Voorkant station t.h.v. AH station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam Central Station and Alkmaar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Alkmaar. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

The distance between Amsterdam Central Station and Alkmaar is 41 km. The road distance is 40 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs €4 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Alkmaar takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar bus from?

Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar bus services, operated by MeerPlus, depart from Amsterdam, Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar is to train which takes 35 min and costs €4 - €10. Alternatively, you can line 305 bus and line 129 bus, which costs €13 - €18 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar bus services, operated by MeerPlus, arrive at Purmerend, Tramplein station.

Where does the Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar is 40 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar.

How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar?

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There are 5 ways to get from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Alkmaartrain Intercity / ...
35 min
€4–10
Line 305 bus, line 129 bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam, Centraal Station to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Alkmaar, Kanaalkadebus 129
1h 29m
€13–17
Drive 40 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaarcar 40 km
35 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaartaxi 40 km
35 min
€130–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from [Amsterdam Centraal] Busstation IJ-Zijde, Bushalte M to [Alkmaar] OHR Voorkant station t.h.v. AHbus Stopbus ipv trein
2h 1m

Amsterdam Central Station to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 40.7 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Amsterdam Central Station, Netherlands and Alkmaar, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Alkmaar every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €4–10 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amsterdam, Centraal Station to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Purmerend, Tramplein in around 1h 29m.

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