What is the cheapest way to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The cheapest way to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn is to train which costs €2 - €9 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The fastest way to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs €60 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Zoetermeer and Alphen aan den Rijn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnhavenkade. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Zoetermeer and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct train from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Zoetermeer Oost and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn via Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The distance between Zoetermeer and Alphen aan den Rijn is 19 km. The road distance is 21.8 km.

How do I travel from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car?

The best way to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car is to line 165 bus which takes 34 min and costs €5 - €7.

How long does it take to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The line 165 bus from Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef to Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnhavenkade takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn bus from?

Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef station.

Where do I catch the Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn train from?

Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zoetermeer Oost station.

Train or bus from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The best way to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn is to line 165 bus which takes 34 min and costs €5 - €7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €2 - €9 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn bus arrive?

Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnhavenkade station.

Where does the Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn train arrive?

Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Gouda station.

Can I drive from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn?

Yes, the driving distance between Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn is 22 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn.

Where can I stay near Alphen aan den Rijn?

There are 1254+ hotels available in Alphen aan den Rijn.

Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 165 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef to Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnhavenkadebus 165
34 min
€5–7
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zoetermeer Oost to Goudatrain Sprinter
2. Take the train from Gouda to Alphen a/d Rijntrain Sprinter
46 min
€3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijntaxi 21.8 km
21 min
€60–75
Drive 21.8 km
1. Drive from Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijncar 21.8 km
21 min
€4–6

Zoetermeer to Alphen aan den Rijn by bus

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Distance: 19.2 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Zoetermeer, Netherlands and Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands?

Qbuzz B.V. operates a bus from Zoetermeer, Vaartdreef to Alphen a/d Rijn, Rijnhavenkade hourly. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zoetermeer Oost to Alphen a/d Rijn via Gouda in around 46 min.

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