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

From Alkmaar to Rotterdam by metro and train

To get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Alkmaar station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the B metro from Blaak station to Nieuw Verlaat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 36 min. The metro and train schedule from Alkmaar may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

156min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Metro - B
Metro - B
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Alkmaar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Alkmaar
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Maastricht
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Sloterdijk
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Vlissingen
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Blaak
    73 min
  • 6
    Metro - B
    Wait for metro
    B
    Nesselande
  • 7
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Nieuw Verlaat
    21 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    850 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by metro and train via IC, SPR and A

To get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Alkmaar station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the A metro from Alexander station to Romeynshof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The metro and train schedule from Alkmaar may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

164min
Train - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Metro - A
Metro - A
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Alkmaar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Alkmaar
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Alexander
    74 min
  • 6
    Metro - A
    Wait for metro
    A
    Binnenhof
  • 7
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Romeynshof
    4 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    1.74 km • 23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alkmaar to Rotterdam

The distance between Alkmaar and Rotterdam is approximately 131.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 156 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Rotterdam – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Alkmaar to Rotterdam

To check the metro and train schedule from Alkmaar to Rotterdam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Alkmaar) and destination (Rotterdam), 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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Alternative route from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by metro and train via IC, SPR and A

To get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the IC train from Alkmaar station to Amsterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the A metro from Alexander station to Romeynshof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The metro and train schedule from Alkmaar may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Rotterdam on the Moovit app.

164min
Train - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Metro - A
Metro - A
Walk to Rotterdam
Leaves from Alkmaar

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Alkmaar
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rotterdam Alexander
    74 min
  • 6
    Metro - A
    Wait for metro
    A
    Binnenhof
  • 7
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Romeynshof
    4 min
  • 8
    Walk to Rotterdam
    Walk to
    Rotterdam
    Wollefoppenweg
    1.74 km • 23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 156 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Metro line B.

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

    The alternative route takes 164 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line SPR, Metro line A.

  • Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Rotterdam?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

    The IC train line goes from Maastricht station near Alkmaar in Netherlands to Amsterdam Sloterdijk station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line till Amsterdam Sloterdijk station near Rotterdam.

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

    The total travel time between Alkmaar and Rotterdam by train and metro is about 2 hr 36 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Amsterdam Sloterdijk station, which is closest to Rotterdam.

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