- Must visit
Westfries Museum
Museum on Hoorn’s history, trade and art in a landmark building on Roode Steen. A key stop for understanding the city’s Golden Age story.
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Overview: Train from Alkmaar to Hoorn
NetherlandsNetherlands
Trains from Alkmaar to Hoorn run on average 12 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Alkmaar to Hoorn trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alkmaar to Hoorn.
The cost of a train ticket from Alkmaar to Hoorn can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Alkmaar to Hoorn covers a distance of 21 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Alkmaar to Hoorn is 21 km.
The first train from Alkmaar to Hoorn leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Alkmaar to Hoorn departs at 23:44.
Trains from Alkmaar to Hoorn run approximately 12 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Alkmaar and Hoorn. The service operates 12 times per day, provided by NS Domestic.
Train companies: NS Domestic from Alkmaar to Hoorn trainsNS Domestic trains will get you between Alkmaar and Hoorn from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS Domestic
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
19m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
£6
NS Domestic frequency
12 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Alkmaar and Hoorn
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Alkmaar to Hoorn.
There is no night train service from Alkmaar to Hoorn.
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Things to do in Hoorn
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- Must visit
Museumstoomtram Hoorn-Medemblik
Working museum steam tram linking Hoorn and Medemblik. Visit the station museum and experience historic rail travel with strong family appeal.
- Recommended
Museum van de 20e Eeuw
Compact museum aboard a historic prison ship in Hoorn harbour. It offers an unusual look at detention and maritime life in a memorable setting.
- Must visit
Roode Steen
Historic main square framed by monumental buildings, terraces and the former weighing house. It is the natural starting point for exploring central Hoorn.
- Recommended
Binnenhaven
Pleasant harbour area with historic ships, waterside views and easy walks past several of Hoorn’s best-known monuments and museums.
- Recommended
Grote Noord
Historic shopping street lined with old façades, small shops and cafés nearby. It gives a strong sense of Hoorn’s compact and attractive old centre.
- Vegetarian
Enkhuizer koek
A spiced biscuit from North Holland, linked to nearby Medemblik and long local baking traditions. Often eaten with coffee and valued for its aniseed flavour.
- Vegetarian
Oliebollen
Sweet fried dough balls dusted with sugar, eaten at fairs and winter festivities across Hoorn and wider North Holland.
- Vegetarian
Poffertjes
Thin mini pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A classic Dutch treat found in historic towns like Hoorn, especially popular for casual meals.
HAVN
Stylish waterside restaurant in Hoorn with modern Dutch and French-influenced cooking, known for polished service and a relaxed refined setting.
De Hoofdtoren
Well-known restaurant on the harbour serving seafood, meat and seasonal dishes in a lively historic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
De Tuynkamer
Casual Dutch pancake house in the centre, ideal for trying traditional pannenkoeken and poffertjes in an easy-going family-friendly atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands. Dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, while local transport and coffee are broadly similar to other Dutch towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
Plan your visit to Hoorn
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Hoorn.
The train journey from Alkmaar to Hoorn offers picturesque views of the Dutch countryside, featuring charming rural landscapes, traditional windmills, and scenic waterways, making it a visually pleasant experience.
FAQs: Alkmaar to Hoorn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alkmaar to Hoorn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hoorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Alkmaar to Hoorn in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Alkmaar to Hoorn.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alkmaar and Hoorn
Most Alkmaar to Hoorn trains use the Alkmaar to Hoorn station pair, with some services arriving at Hoorn Kersenboogerd. Use this guide to compare Alkmaar and Hoorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Alkmaar
Arrival train stations in Hoorn
Which Alkmaar station do trains to Hoorn leave from?
Trains from Alkmaar to Hoorn leave from Alkmaar. The station is 1 km from Alkmaar city centre at Stationsweg 1, 1815 CB Alkmaar, Netherlands.
AlkmaarStationsweg 1, 1815 CB Alkmaar, Netherlands+31 900 9292
City-centre transport
Getting to Alkmaar from Alkmaar city centre
Bus350 · 5m · £3 · every ~2 min
4, 10, N60, 123, 129, 160, 162 · 6m · £1 · every ~21 min
Alkmaar train station facilities and services
Alkmaar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Binnenkomer, Bistro De 13 Balcken
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alkmaar. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Alkmaar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alkmaar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alkmaar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alkmaar.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Hotel Alkmaar, Grand Hotel Alkmaar, Hotel Stad en Land.
Alkmaar NoordStationsweg 1, 1815 SB Alkmaar, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Alkmaar Noord from Alkmaar city centre
Alkmaar Noord is 1 km from Alkmaar city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4, N50 · 7m · £1 · every ~3 min
Alkmaar Noord train station facilities and services
Alkmaar Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alkmaar Noord. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alkmaar Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alkmaar Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alkmaar Noord: Ramps, restrooms.
Which Hoorn station do trains from Alkmaar arrive at?
Trains from Alkmaar to Hoorn most often arrive at Hoorn. Some services arrive at Hoorn Kersenboogerd, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Hoorn arrival station.
HoornStationsplein 1, 1621 HX Hoorn, Netherlands+31 900 9292
City-centre transport
Getting to Hoorn from Hoorn city centre
Bus14, 412 · 1m · £1 · every ~4 min
Hoorn train station facilities and services
Hoorn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Tuynkamer, Eetcafé De Paerdestal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hoorn. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hoorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hoorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hoorn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hoorn: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Petit Nord, Van der Valk Hotel Hoorn, Hotel de Magneet.
Hoorn Kersenboogerd1628 NB Hoorn, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Hoorn Kersenboogerd from Hoorn city centre
Hoorn Kersenboogerd is 2 km from Hoorn city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIntercity, Sprinter · 3m · £1 · every ~9 min
Bus14 · 7m · £2 · every ~3 min
Hoorn Kersenboogerd train station facilities and services
Hoorn Kersenboogerd has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hoorn Kersenboogerd.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hoorn Kersenboogerd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hoorn Kersenboogerd: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hoorn Kersenboogerd: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hoorn Kersenboogerd.
Train stations for Alkmaar to Hoorn
Check train stations information for Alkmaar and Hoorn, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Alkmaar that goes to Hoorn is Alkmaar, and it arrives at Hoorn.
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