How to get from Zwolle to Alkmaar by train?

From Zwolle to Alkmaar by train

To get from Zwolle to Alkmaar in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Zwolle station to Duivendrecht station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the SPR train from Uitgeest station to Alkmaar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min.

138min
Train - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Alkmaar
Leaves from Zwolle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zwolle
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dordrecht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Duivendrecht
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Uitgeest
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Uitgeest
    43 min
  • 6
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Hoorn
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alkmaar
    15 min
  • 8
    Walk to Alkmaar
    Walk to
    Alkmaar
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Zwolle to Alkmaar by train via IC and IC

To get from Zwolle to Alkmaar in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zwolle station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Alkmaar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min.

151min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Alkmaar
Leaves from Zwolle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zwolle
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    50 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alkmaar
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to Alkmaar
    Walk to
    Alkmaar
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Zwolle to Alkmaar

The distance between Zwolle, Netherlands and Alkmaar, Netherlands is approximately 157.45 km, which can typically be travelled in 138 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Zwolle to Alkmaar by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Zwolle

Zwolle is located at Zwolle, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Zwolle.

Train stations close to Zwolle:

  • Zwolle
  • Zwolle Stadshagen

Bus stations close to Zwolle:

  • Zwolle, Station
  • Zwolle

Public transit stations close to Alkmaar, Netherlands

Alkmaar is located at Alkmaar, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Alkmaar, Station.

Train stations close to Alkmaar:

  • Alkmaar
  • Alkmaar Noord

Bus stations close to Alkmaar:

  • Alkmaar, Station
  • Alkmaar
  • Alkmaar, Gerechtsgebouw

Related Routes

Alternative route from Zwolle to Alkmaar by train via IC and IC

To get from Zwolle to Alkmaar in Netherlands, take the IC train from Zwolle station to Utrecht Centraal station. Next, take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Alkmaar station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min.

151min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Alkmaar
Leaves from Zwolle

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Zwolle
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    50 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Helder
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alkmaar
    68 min
  • 6
    Walk to Alkmaar
    Walk to
    Alkmaar
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 138 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line SPR, Bus line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 151 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Zwolle and Alkmaar?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Zwolle to Alkmaar?

    The IC train line goes from Dordrecht station near Zwolle in Zwolle to Duivendrecht station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Duivendrecht station near Alkmaar in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Zwolle to Alkmaar by train?

    The total travel time between Zwolle in Zwolle and Alkmaar in Netherlands by train is about 2 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Zwolle to get to Alkmaar?

    Get on the IC train from the Dordrecht station near Zwolle in Zwolle.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Zwolle and Alkmaar?

    Get off the train at the Duivendrecht station, which is closest to Alkmaar in Netherlands.

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