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

The cheapest way to get from Heemstede to Alkmaar is to train which costs €3 - €9 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heemstede to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 33 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct bus between Heemstede and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Heemstede to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Heemstede, Heemstede Centrum and arriving at Alkmaar, Metiusgracht via Haarlem, Haarlem Station D and Castricum, Castricum Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Heemstede and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Heemstede to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Heemstede-Aerdenhout and arriving at Alkmaar via Haarlem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Heemstede to Alkmaar?

The distance between Heemstede and Alkmaar is 38 km. The road distance is 36.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Heemstede to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs €3 - €9.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Heemstede to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heemstede to Alkmaar bus from?

Heemstede to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Haarlem, Haarlem Station D.

Where do I catch the Heemstede to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Heemstede to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Heemstede to Alkmaar is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs €3 - €9. Alternatively, you can line 73 bus and line 167 bus, which costs €12 - €21 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Heemstede to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Heemstede to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Castricum, Castricum Station.

Where does the Heemstede to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heemstede to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Heemstede to Alkmaar is 37 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Heemstede to Alkmaar.

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

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Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

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Heemstede to Alkmaar - 4 ways to travel via train, line 73 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Heemstede to Alkmaar by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haarlem to Alkmaartrain Sprinter / ...
1h 4m
€3–9
Line 73 bus, line 167 bus
1. Take the bus from Haarlem, Haarlem Station D to Castricum, Castricum Stationbus 73
2. Take the bus from Castricum, Castricum Station to Alkmaar, Metiusgrachtbus 167
2h 31m
€13–21
Drive 36.8 km
1. Drive from Heemstede to Alkmaarcar 36.8 km
33 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heemstede to Alkmaartaxi 36.8 km
33 min
€120–150

Heemstede to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 37.9 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Heemstede, Nord-Holland, Netherlands and Alkmaar, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Haarlem to Alkmaar every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3–8 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heemstede, Heemstede Centrum to Alkmaar, Metiusgracht via Haarlem, Haarlem Station D and Castricum, Castricum Station in around 2h 31m.

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