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

The cheapest way to get from Haarlem to Alkmaar is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Haarlem to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 31 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Haarlem and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Haarlem station to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Haarlem, Haarlem Station D and arriving at Alkmaar, Metiusgracht via Castricum, Castricum Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Haarlem and Alkmaar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Haarlem and arriving at Alkmaar. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Haarlem to Alkmaar?

The distance between Haarlem and Alkmaar is 34 km. The road distance is 34.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Haarlem to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs €7 - €18.

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

The train from Haarlem to Alkmaar takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Haarlem to Alkmaar bus from?

Haarlem to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Haarlem, Haarlem Station D.

Where do I catch the Haarlem to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Haarlem to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Haarlem to Alkmaar is to train which takes 40 min and costs €7 - €18. Alternatively, you can line 73 bus and line 167 bus, which costs €9 - €15 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Haarlem to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Haarlem to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Castricum, Castricum Station.

Where does the Haarlem to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Haarlem to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Haarlem to Alkmaar is 34 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Haarlem to Alkmaar.

Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

There are 2304+ hotels available in Alkmaar.

Can I share a ride from Haarlem to Alkmaar?

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

Haarlem to Alkmaar - 5 ways to travel via train, line 73 bus, and line 167 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Haarlem to Alkmaar by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Haarlem to AlkmaarSprinter / ...
40 min
€7–18
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Haarlem to Alkmaar30.7 km
41 min
€4
Line 73 bus, line 167 bus
1. Take the bus from Haarlem, Haarlem Station D to Castricum, Castricum Station73
2. Take the bus from Castricum, Castricum Station to Alkmaar, Metiusgracht167
1h 51m
€9–15
Drive 34.1 km
1. Drive from Haarlem to Alkmaar34.1 km
31 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Haarlem to Alkmaar34.1 km
31 min
€110–140

Haarlem to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 33.7 km
Duration: 40 min

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Haarlem to Alkmaar every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €7–18 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Haarlem, Haarlem Station D to Alkmaar, Metiusgracht via Castricum, Castricum Station in around 1h 51m.

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