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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Emden is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Emden is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Emden?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Emden. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf via Amsterdam Centraal and Rheine, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Emden?

The distance between Alkmaar and Emden is 266 km. The road distance is 262.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Emden without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 23m and costs €45 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Alkmaar to Emden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Emden train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Emden?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Emden is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Emden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Emden?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Emden is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Alkmaar to Emden.

Where can I stay near Emden?

There are 1984+ hotels available in Emden.

Alkmaar to Emden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alkmaar to Emden by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Leeuwarden, Busstationbus 350
2. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Groningentrain
3. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Leerbus 401
5h 23m
€47–84
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Leer ZOBbus N44 / ...
6h 1m
€35–89
Train
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Rheinetrain Ice
3. Take the train from Rheine, Bahnhof to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbftrain 35
6h 29m
€56–159
Drive 262.3 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Emdencar 262.3 km
3h 7m
€46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Leeuwarden, Busstationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Leerbus 401 / ...
5h 47m
€44–81

Alkmaar to Emden by bus, foot, and train

124Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.9 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf via Amsterdam Centraal, Rheine, and Rheine, Bahnhof in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf via Leeuwarden, Busstation, Drachten, Transferium Oost, Groningen, Hoofdstation, uitstaphalte, Groningen, Hoofdstation, Leer, and Leer(Ostfriesl) in around 5h 47m.

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