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

The cheapest way to get from Zwolle to Alkmaar is to train which costs €17 - €35 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zwolle to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Zwolle and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Zwolle to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from [Meppel] P&R and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Leeuwarden, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Zwolle and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Zwolle to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Zwolle and arriving at Alkmaar via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Zwolle to Alkmaar?

The distance between Zwolle and Alkmaar is 167 km. The road distance is 125.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zwolle to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €17 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Zwolle to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Alkmaar bus from?

Zwolle to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from [Meppel] P&R station.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Zwolle to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Zwolle to Alkmaar is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeuwarden, which costs and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Zwolle to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Zwolle to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at [Leeuwarden] halte U, overkant busstation.

Where does the Zwolle to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zwolle to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Zwolle to Alkmaar is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Zwolle to Alkmaar.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Zwolle to Utrecht Centraaltrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Alkmaartrain Intercity
2h 38m
€18–33
Bus via Leeuwarden
1. Take the bus from [Meppel] P&R to [Leeuwarden] halte U, overkant busstationbus Stopbus ipv trein / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Alkmaar, Kanaalkadebus 350
4h 11m
Drive 125.6 km
1. Drive from Zwolle to Alkmaarcar 125.6 km
1h 39m
€27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum to Apeldoorn, Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Apeldoorn train station to Alkmaar Station(Wognumsebuurt)bus N1367
4h 31m
€22–30

Zwolle to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 167 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Zwolle to Alkmaar via Utrecht Centraal in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zwolle to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Meppel, [Meppel] P&R, [Leeuwarden] halte U, overkant busstation, and Leeuwarden, Busstation in around 4h 11m.

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