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

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Purmerend, Tramplein and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

The distance between Alkmaar and Rotterdam is 112 km. The road distance is 100.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam without a car is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 1h 43m and costs €22 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Rotterdam bus from?

Alkmaar to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 1h 43m and costs €22 - €95. Alternatively, you can line 129 bus and line 103 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Rotterdam bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Purmerend, Tramplein station.

Where does the Alkmaar to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Rotterdam is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Alkmaar to Rotterdam.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 814+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

Can I share a ride from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Alkmaar and Rotterdam. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Alkmaar to Rotterdam - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 129 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, 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.

Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam SloterdijkSprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam CentraalIntercity direct / ...
1h 43m
€22–91
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Alkmaar to Rotterdam97.9 km
1h 26m
€5
Line 129 bus, line 103 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Purmerend, Tramplein129
2. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk103
3. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Central Station814 / ...
3h 18m
Train
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Rotterdam CentraalSprinter
2h 2m
€21–25
Train #2
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam SloterdijkSprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam CentraalSprinter / ...
2h 28m
€27–47
Drive 100.2 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Rotterdam100.2 km
1h 13m
€18–26

Alkmaar to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 111.8 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Rotterdam Centraal via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Schiphol Airport in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Rotterdam Central Station via Purmerend, Tramplein, Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 3h 18m.

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