How to get from Alkmaar to Leiden by train?

From Alkmaar to Leiden by train

To get from Alkmaar to Leiden in Netherlands, take the IC train from Alkmaar station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk station. Next, take the SPR train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station to Leiden Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min.

76min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Leiden
Leaves from Alkmaar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Alkmaar
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Leiden Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    33 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leiden
    Walk to
    Leiden
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

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

To get from Alkmaar to Leiden in Netherlands, take the IC train from Alkmaar station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station to Leiden Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leiden
Leaves from Alkmaar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Alkmaar
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leiden
    Walk to
    Leiden
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alkmaar to Leiden

The distance between Alkmaar, Netherlands and Leiden, Netherlands is approximately 75.71 km, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alkmaar to Leiden 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 Alkmaar

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

Train stations close to Alkmaar:

  • Alkmaar Noord
  • Alkmaar

Bus stations close to Alkmaar:

  • Alkmaar, Station
  • Alkmaar, Pettemerstraat
  • Alkmaar, Gerechtsgebouw

Public transit stations close to Leiden, Netherlands

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

Train stations close to Leiden:

  • Leiden Centraal
  • Leiden Lammenschans
  • De Vink

Bus stations close to Leiden:

  • Leiden, Leiden Centraal
  • Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde
  • Leiden Centraal

Related Routes

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

To get from Alkmaar to Leiden in Netherlands, take the IC train from Alkmaar station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk station. Next, take the IC train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station to Leiden Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min.

83min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Leiden
Leaves from Alkmaar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Alkmaar
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    31 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to Leiden
    Walk to
    Leiden
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 83 minutes, using Bus line IC, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Leiden in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Alkmaar to Leiden in Netherlands?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Alkmaar to Leiden in Netherlands by train?

    The total travel time between Alkmaar and Leiden in Netherlands by train is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Alkmaar to get to Leiden in Netherlands?

    Get on the IC train from the Alkmaar station near Alkmaar in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Alkmaar and Leiden in Netherlands?

    Get off the train at the Nijmegen station, which is closest to Leiden in Netherlands.

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