What is the cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Almelo?

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Almelo is to bus which costs €14 - €45 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purmerend to Almelo?

The fastest way to get from Purmerend to Almelo is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Purmerend and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Purmerend to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Purmerend and arriving at Almelo via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Purmerend to Almelo?

The distance between Purmerend and Almelo is 181 km. The road distance is 157.3 km.

How do I travel from Purmerend to Almelo without a car?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Almelo without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €40 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Purmerend to Almelo?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Purmerend to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Almelo train from?

Purmerend to Almelo train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Train or bus from Purmerend to Almelo?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Almelo is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs €40 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €45 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Purmerend to Almelo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purmerend to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Purmerend to Almelo is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Purmerend to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 750+ hotels available in Almelo.

Purmerend to Almelo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Purmerend to Almelo by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Almelotrain Intercity
2h 50m
€41–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Enschedebus N1367
5h 4m
€14–40
Drive 157.3 km
1. Drive from Purmerend to Almelocar 157.3 km
1h 54m
€28–40
Train via Deventer
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Deventertrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Deventer to Almelotrain Sprinter / ...
2h 58m
€31–43
Train via Deventer #2
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Deventertrain Ice
2. Take the train from Deventer to Almelotrain Sprinter / ...
3h 26m
€31–43

Purmerend to Almelo by train

158Weekly Trains

2h 50mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Purmerend, Netherlands and Almelo, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Purmerend to Almelo via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Utrecht Centraal in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Enschede once daily. Tickets cost €9–29 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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