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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam 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 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 to Alkmaar?

The distance between Amsterdam and Alkmaar is 41 km. The road distance is 40.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Amsterdam 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 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 to Alkmaar bus from?

Amsterdam to Alkmaar bus services, operated by MeerPlus, depart from Amsterdam, Prins Hendrikkade station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Amsterdam 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 €12 - €17 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Amsterdam to Alkmaar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Amsterdam to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Alkmaar is 40 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Amsterdam to Alkmaar.

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

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

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Amsterdam to Alkmaar - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 305 bus

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

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Train
best
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, Prins Hendrikkade to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Alkmaar, Kanaalkadebus 129
1h 26m
€13–17
Drive 40.3 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Alkmaarcar 40.3 km
36 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Amsterdam to Alkmaartaxi 40.3 km
36 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 to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 40.7 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Amsterdam, 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, Prins Hendrikkade to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Purmerend, Tramplein in around 1h 26m.

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