- Must visit
Hollands Kaasmuseum
Museum inside the old weigh house explaining Alkmaar’s cheese trade and market traditions, ideal for first-time visitors.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
41 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
41 m
Trains on 23 Sept
32
Distance
29 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Haarlem to Alkmaar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Haarlem to Alkmaar will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 32 trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
SPR 48136:450h41Haarlem station7:26Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes- SPR 4808 · IC 30126:170h59Haarlem station7:16Alkmaar station£81One-way1 change
- SPR 48116:150h41Haarlem station6:56Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
- IC 2110 · IC 30146:550h51Haarlem station7:46Alkmaar station£81One-way1 change
- SPR 48157:150h41Haarlem station7:56Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
- SPR 48136:450h41Haarlem station7:26Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
- SPR 48116:150h41Haarlem station6:56Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
- SPR 48157:150h41Haarlem station7:56Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
- SPR 48177:450h41Haarlem station8:26Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
- SPR 48198:150h41Haarlem station8:56Alkmaar station£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Haarlem to Alkmaar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Haarlem to Alkmaar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Haarlem to Alkmaar is a train with an average price of £8.
The fastest way to travel from Haarlem to Alkmaar is by train with an average journey time of 42m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Haarlem and Alkmaar including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.49. The journey takes 42m versus 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Haarlem to Alkmaar train times
The table below shows live departures for Haarlem to Alkmaar trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPR 4806 · IC 3010 | 5:50 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h56 | 6:46 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4811 | 6:10 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 6:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4811 | 6:15 Haarlem station | 0h41 | 6:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4808 · IC 3012 | 6:17 Haarlem station | 0h59 | 7:16 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4808 · IC 3012 | 6:20 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h56 | 7:16 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4813 | 6:40 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 7:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4813 | 6:45 Haarlem station | 0h41 | 7:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4810 · IC 3014 | 6:50 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h56 | 7:46 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| IC 2110 · IC 3014 | 6:55 Haarlem station | 0h51 | 7:46 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4815 | 7:10 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 7:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4815 | 7:15 Haarlem station | 0h41 | 7:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4812 · IC 3016 | 7:21 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h55 | 8:16 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| IC 2112 · IC 3016 | 7:25 Haarlem station | 0h51 | 8:16 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4817 | 7:40 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 8:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4817 | 7:45 Haarlem station | 0h41 | 8:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4814 · IC 2718 | 7:47 Haarlem station | 0h46 | 8:33 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4814 · IC 2718 | 7:50 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h43 | 8:33 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| IC 2114 · IC 3018 | 7:55 Haarlem station | 0h51 | 8:46 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4819 | 8:10 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 8:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4819 | 8:15 Haarlem station | 0h41 | 8:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4816 · IC 2720 | 8:17 Haarlem station | 0h46 | 9:03 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4816 · IC 2720 | 8:20 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h43 | 9:03 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| IC 2116 · IC 3020 | 8:25 Haarlem station | 0h51 | 9:16 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4821 | 8:40 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 9:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4821 | 8:45 Haarlem station | 0h41 | 9:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4818 · IC 2722 | 8:47 Haarlem station | 0h46 | 9:33 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4818 · IC 2722 | 8:50 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h43 | 9:33 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| IC 2118 · IC 3022 | 8:55 Haarlem station | 0h51 | 9:46 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4823 | 9:10 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 9:56 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4820 · IC 2724 | 9:20 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h43 | 10:03 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
| SPR 4825 | 9:40 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h46 | 10:26 Alkmaar station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPR 4822 · IC 2726 | 9:50 Haarlem Spaarnwoude | 0h43 | 10:33 Alkmaar station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Haarlem to Alkmaar
NetherlandsNetherlands
Trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar run on average 38 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 37m.
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 29 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
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
Train companies: NS Domestic from Haarlem to Alkmaar trainsNS Domestic trains will get you between Haarlem and Alkmaar from £8. 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
37m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
£8
NS Domestic frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to Alkmaar
Things to do in Alkmaar
Discover the best of Alkmaar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alkmaar trip today.
- Must visit
Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar
City museum covering Alkmaar’s history, decorative arts and the 1573 siege, set in a former hospital complex.
- Recommended
Beatles Museum
Compact museum dedicated to The Beatles, with memorabilia and displays reflecting the band’s enduring cultural impact.
- Must visit
Waagplein
Lively central square framed by historic buildings, best known as the setting for Alkmaar’s traditional cheese market.
- Recommended
Luttik Oudorp
Picturesque canal lined with old houses and bridges, ideal for a quieter walk and classic views of the city.
- Recommended
Wildemanshofje
Old courtyard area with almshouses and a peaceful atmosphere, offering a more local and historic side of Alkmaar.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Alkmaarse Kaas
Aged Dutch cheese from the Alkmaar region, celebrated through the city’s historic cheese market and known for its rich, nutty flavour.
- Vegetarian
North Holland Craft Beer
Dutch beer traditionally brewed in North Holland. Locally enjoyed in cafés and tasting rooms, often paired with cheese and bar snacks.
- Vegetarian
Poffertjes
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and icing sugar. A classic Dutch treat found at markets and casual eateries.
Brouwerij de Die
Lively brewery venue pouring local beers with straightforward food, good for tasting regional brewing styles.
Rue de la Plume
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving refined French and Dutch dishes in an elegant historic setting.
Restaurant 1480
Well-known atmospheric venue focused on seasonal dishes and carefully prepared modern European cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels are pricier than many EU towns, but local buses and trains are reasonable.
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. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is fine.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Alkmaar station -> Waagplein, Alkmaar
- Distance
- 800 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- You can check in and out on Dutch public transport with a contactless debit card, credit card, phone or smartwatch.
- Alkmaar station is about a 10-minute walk from Waagplein, so walking is often the quickest option for the centre.
FAQs: Haarlem to Alkmaar train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Haarlem to Alkmaar 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 Alkmaar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Haarlem to Alkmaar can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Haarlem to Alkmaar covers a distance of 29 km and takes approximately 37m. Trains run 38 per day.
The train distance from Haarlem to Alkmaar is 29 km.
The first train from Haarlem to Alkmaar leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Haarlem to Alkmaar departs at 23:56.
Trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar run approximately 38 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Haarlem to Alkmaar.
Yes, there is a direct train between Haarlem and Alkmaar. The service operates 18 times per day, provided by NS Domestic.
There is no night train service from Haarlem to Alkmaar.
The train station in Haarlem that goes to Alkmaar is Haarlem station, and it arrives at Alkmaar station.
The cheapest way to get from Haarlem to Alkmaar is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Haarlem to Alkmaar offers scenic views of the Dutch countryside, with picturesque landscapes, charming towns, and expansive fields typical of the region.
Yes, you can take the train from Haarlem to Alkmaar.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Haarlem and Alkmaar
Most Haarlem to Alkmaar trains use the Haarlem to Alkmaar station pair, with some services arriving at Alkmaar Noord. Use this guide to compare Haarlem and Alkmaar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Haarlem
Arrival train stations in Alkmaar
Which Haarlem station do trains to Alkmaar leave from?
Trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar leave from Haarlem. The station is 1 km from Haarlem city centre at Stationsplein 11 L, 2011 LR Haarlem, Netherlands.
HaarlemStationsplein 11 L, 2011 LR Haarlem, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155
City-centre transport
Getting to Haarlem from Haarlem city centre
Bus2, 3, 73, N80, 569, N30, 300 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~38 min
Haarlem train station facilities and services
Haarlem 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Morris, De Ripper
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haarlem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Haarlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haarlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haarlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Grand Hotel Frans Hals, Hotel Lion d'Or, Carlton Square Hotel.
Haarlem Spaarnwoude2033 AA Haarlem, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Haarlem Spaarnwoude from Haarlem city centre
Haarlem Spaarnwoude is 2 km from Haarlem city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSprinter · 3m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
Bus2, 80 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Haarlem Spaarnwoude train station facilities and services
Haarlem Spaarnwoude has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Bike and car services
Available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Which Alkmaar station do trains from Haarlem arrive at?
Trains from Haarlem to Alkmaar most often arrive at Alkmaar. Some services arrive at Alkmaar Noord, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Alkmaar arrival station.
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 · £0.90 · 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 · £0.90 · 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.
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