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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Alkmaar is to train which costs €30 - €65 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Amsterdam, Centraal Station and Purmerend, Tramplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Alkmaar via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Alkmaar?

The distance between Dortmund and Alkmaar is 290 km. The road distance is 268.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Alkmaar without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 16m and costs €30 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Dortmund to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Alkmaar bus from?

Dortmund to Alkmaar bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Alkmaar train from?

Dortmund to Alkmaar train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Alkmaar is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 16m and costs €30 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €50 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Dortmund to Alkmaar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dortmund to Alkmaar train arrive?

Dortmund to Alkmaar train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Alkmaar is 269 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Dortmund to Alkmaar.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

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Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Alkmaartrain
4h 16m
€32–96
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Nightjet / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Alkmaartrain Intercity / ...
4h 17m
€31–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Amsterdam Centraal Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 29m
€42–48
Drive 268.8 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Alkmaarcar 268.8 km
2h 54m
€49–71
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund 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 27m
€139–342

Dortmund to Alkmaar by train

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.6 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Alkmaar via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Amsterdam Centraal Station once daily. Tickets cost €28–31 and the journey takes 2h 52m.

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