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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar is to train which costs €12 - €26 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk and Purmerend, Tramplein. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Alkmaar via Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Alkmaar?

The distance between Rotterdam and Alkmaar is 112 km. The road distance is 98.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €12 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Alkmaar bus from?

Rotterdam to Alkmaar bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Rotterdam station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €12 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 103 bus and line 129 bus, which costs €20 - €30 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Alkmaar bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Alkmaar is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Rotterdam to Alkmaar.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

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Rotterdam to Alkmaar - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 103 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain Intercity direct / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Alkmaartrain Sprinter / ...
1h 40m
€12–26
Bus, line 103 bus, line 129 bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijkbus
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk to Purmerend, Trampleinbus 103
3. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Alkmaar, Kanaalkadebus 129
3h 6m
€20–29
Drive 98.4 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Alkmaarcar 98.4 km
1h 11m
€18–26

Rotterdam to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 112 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Alkmaar via Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk, Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk, and Purmerend, Tramplein in around 3h 6m.

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