Day trip from Alkmaar to Amsterdam by train
Why visit Amsterdam for the day?
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Alkmaar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Alkmaar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £471.
Distance: 242 km
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4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Cologne to Alkmaar
Compare the available ways to get from Cologne to Alkmaar, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Alkmaar is a coach with an average price of £33.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Alkmaar:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Alkmaar costing on average £64.
A coach is £439 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Alkmaar costing on average £471.
The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Alkmaar is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.
Other travel options to Alkmaar take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
Flight takes on average 5h 41m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Alkmaar including taking a train, coach and flight.
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 £64 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£14. The journey takes 3h 49m versus 3h 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.
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How to get to Alkmaar from Cologne by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cologne to Alkmaar is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:40 9h35 Cologne 18:15 Alkmaar £359 1 One-way 0 changes
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8:40 9h35 Cologne 18:15 Alkmaar £359 1 One-way 0 changes
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8:40 9h35 Cologne 18:15 Alkmaar £359 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Alkmaar by train
The most popular day trips by train from Alkmaar are Amsterdam, Haarlem, Zandvoort, Zaandam and Leiden. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Alkmaar on Omio.
Day trip from Alkmaar to Haarlem by train
Why visit Haarlem for the day?
Haarlem is known for its handsome old centre, canals and the lively Grote Markt. Art, historic architecture and a relaxed café culture give the city a distinctly local feel.
Day trip from Alkmaar to Zandvoort by train
Why visit Zandvoort for the day?
Zandvoort is a Dutch seaside town known for its wide beach, promenade and Circuit Zandvoort. It has a relaxed coastal feel, with dunes nearby and a strong link to motorsport.
Day trip from Alkmaar to Zaandam by train
Why visit Zaandam for the day?
Zaandam is known for its industrial past, green wooden houses and the nearby windmills of Zaanse Schans. Its compact centre combines bold modern architecture with a distinctly local Dutch feel.
Day trip from Alkmaar to Leiden by train
Why visit Leiden for the day?
Leiden is a compact canal city shaped by its historic university, museums and links to Rembrandt. Its gabled streets, courtyards and calm waters give it an academic, lived-in character.
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FAQs: Cologne to Alkmaar
Travel to Alkmaar easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Alkmaar.
There are 3 options to travel between Cologne and Alkmaar including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Alkmaar is a coach with an average price of £33.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Alkmaar:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Alkmaar costing on average £64.
A coach is £439 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Alkmaar costing on average £471.
The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Alkmaar is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.
Other travel options to Alkmaar take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
Flight takes on average 5h 41m.
The Cologne to Alkmaar distance is approximately 242 km.
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Alkmaar is:
- Around 7 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 1 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Alkmaar as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Alkmaar:
- Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Alkmaar station.
- Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
- Coaches mostly depart from Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) and arrive in Alkmaar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Alkmaar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Alkmaar by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH to go to Alkmaar by train.
- Travel with Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Air Baltic, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti to go to Alkmaar by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Alkmaar often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Amsterdam Centraal, Haarlem, Paris, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Alkmaar and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Cologne to Alkmaar, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Alkmaar, allowing time to visit the Cheese Market, explore the historic city centre, and enjoy the local museums and canals.
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