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

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Alkmaar is to train which costs €28 - €55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Alkmaar is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €28 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Maastricht to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer ArenA and Purmerend, Tramplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Alkmaar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maastricht and arriving at Alkmaar. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Maastricht to Alkmaar?

The distance between Maastricht and Alkmaar is 258 km. The road distance is 239.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Maastricht to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €28 - €55.

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

The train from Maastricht to Alkmaar takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Alkmaar bus from?

Maastricht to Alkmaar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Maastricht station.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Maastricht to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Alkmaar is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €28 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Maastricht to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Maastricht to Alkmaar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena station.

Where does the Maastricht to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maastricht to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Alkmaar is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Maastricht to Alkmaar.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

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Maastricht to Alkmaar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Maastricht to Alkmaar by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maastricht to Alkmaartrain Intercity
3h 2m
€28–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Amsterdam Bijlmer Arenabus 833 / ...
4h 54m
€34–47
Drive 239.8 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Alkmaarcar 239.8 km
3h 12m
€45–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
3. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Alkmaartrain
5h 13m
€144–359

Maastricht to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 258.3 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Alkmaar, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Maastricht to Alkmaar hourly. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena twice daily. Tickets cost €18–28 and the journey takes 3h.

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