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Compare train and bus for Leiden to Alkmaar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Alkmaar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Alkmaar:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Alkmaar costing on average $37 (€31).
Other travel options to Alkmaar take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€31) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.00 (€-18.01). The journey takes 1h 12m versus 1h 0m 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
Leiden to Alkmaar train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Alkmaar trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:17 PM Leiden | 1h08 | 3:25 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:33 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 3:46 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:47 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 3:59 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 4:16 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:17 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 4:29 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:33 PM Leiden | 1h15 | 4:48 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:47 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 4:59 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:03 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 5:16 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:17 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 5:29 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 5:46 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:47 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 5:59 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 6:16 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Leiden | 1h08 | 6:25 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:33 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 6:46 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:47 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 6:59 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:03 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 7:16 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:17 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 7:29 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:33 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 7:46 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:47 PM Leiden | 1h12 | 7:59 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:03 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 8:16 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:17 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 8:30 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:33 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 8:46 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:47 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 9:00 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:03 PM Leiden | 1h13 | 9:16 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:17 PM Leiden | 1h09 | 9:26 PM Alkmaar | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leiden to Alkmaar by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Alkmaar
Trains from Leiden to Alkmaar run on average 192 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 192 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Alkmaar trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Alkmaar from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Alkmaar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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.

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