How to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar by metro and train?

From Rotterdam to Alkmaar by metro and train

To get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 train lines: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Alkmaar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Alkmaar on the Moovit app.

165min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    37 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Alkmaar
  • 8
    Ride to train station Alkmaar
    Ride to train station
    Alkmaar
    101 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Rotterdam to Alkmaar by bus, metro and train

To get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line, one train line and one bus line: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the 163 bus from Uitgeest, Uitgeest Station station to Alkmaar, Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Alkmaar on the Moovit app.

167min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - SPR
SPR
Bus - 163163
Walk to Alkmaar
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Uitgeest
    108 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Uitgeest, Uitgeest Station
    80 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 163163
    Wait for bus
    163
    Alkmaar Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alkmaar, Station
    ID 36002181
    31 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alkmaar
    Walk to
    Alkmaar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rotterdam to Alkmaar

The distance between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Alkmaar, Netherlands is approximately 168.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 165 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rotterdam to Alkmaar by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Rotterdam to Alkmaar

To check the metro and train schedule from Rotterdam to Alkmaar using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rotterdam) and destination (Alkmaar), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest metro and train schedules.

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From Rotterdam to Alkmaar by bus, metro and train

To get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line, one train line and one bus line: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the 163 bus from Uitgeest, Uitgeest Station station to Alkmaar, Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Alkmaar on the Moovit app.

167min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - SPR
SPR
Bus - 163163
Walk to Alkmaar
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    ID HA8700
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Uitgeest
    108 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Uitgeest, Uitgeest Station
    80 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 163163
    Wait for bus
    163
    Alkmaar Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Alkmaar, Station
    ID 36002181
    31 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alkmaar
    Walk to
    Alkmaar
    60 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 165 minutes, using Metro line D, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rotterdam to Alkmaar?

    The alternative route takes 167 minutes, using Metro line D, Train line SPR, Bus line 163.

  • Is there a direct metro between Rotterdam and Alkmaar in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 45 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Rotterdam to Alkmaar in Netherlands?

    The D metro line goes from Rotterdam Centraal station near Rotterdam to Rotterdam Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Rotterdam Centraal station near Alkmaar in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rotterdam to Alkmaar in Netherlands by metro and train?

    The total travel time between Rotterdam and Alkmaar in Netherlands by metro and train is about 2 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Rotterdam to get to Alkmaar in Netherlands?

    Get on the D metro from the Rotterdam Centraal station near Rotterdam in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Rotterdam and Alkmaar in Netherlands?

    Get off the metro at the Rotterdam Centraal station, which is closest to Alkmaar in Netherlands.

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