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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Köln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Cologne?

The distance between Alkmaar and Cologne is 299 km. The road distance is 292.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Cologne without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 58m and costs €50 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Alkmaar to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Alkmaar to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Cologne is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Alkmaar to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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

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Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
3h 58m
€51–112
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 16m
€50–150
Drive 292.5 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Colognecar 292.5 km
3h 4m
€52–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
4h 2m
€126–365

Alkmaar to Cologne by train

142Weekly Trains

3h 58mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.7 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Köln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 58m.

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