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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Alkmaar is to bus and train which costs €29 - €55 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Bochum and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Bochum to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Amsterdam, Centraal Station and Purmerend, Tramplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Alkmaar via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Bochum to Alkmaar?

The distance between Bochum and Alkmaar is 261 km. The road distance is 251.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €30 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Bochum to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Alkmaar bus from?

Bochum to Alkmaar bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Alkmaar train from?

Bochum to Alkmaar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bochum to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Bochum to Alkmaar is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €30 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Bochum to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Bochum to Alkmaar bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Amsterdam Centraal Station.

Where does the Bochum to Alkmaar train arrive?

Bochum to Alkmaar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Alkmaar is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Bochum to Alkmaar.

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

Book your Bochum to Alkmaar train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bochum to Alkmaar bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

There are 2347+ hotels available in Alkmaar.

Bochum to Alkmaar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromBochum to Alkmaar

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Alkmaartrain Intercity
3h 42m
€32–111
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bochum central station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N885 / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Alkmaartrain Sprinter / ...
6h 6m
€29–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
5h 15m
€40–57
Drive 251.1 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Alkmaarcar 251.1 km
2h 51m
€46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Alkmaartrain
4h 24m
€136–341

Bochum to Alkmaar by train

245Weekly Trains

3h 42mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bochum to Alkmaar.

Launch map view

Distance: 260.6 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Bochum, Germany and Alkmaar, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Alkmaar via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal Station once daily. Tickets cost €25–28 and the journey takes 2h 27m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Netherlands

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.