- Must visit
Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar
Alkmaar’s flagship museum covering fine art, civic history, and the Siege of 1573. Essential for understanding the city beyond the cheese market.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$23
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$24
Fastest journey on Sep 01
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
1 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 01
27
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Alkmaar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Alkmaar will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from The Hague to Alkmaar without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2132 · IC 3036
IC 3145 · IC 2232 · SPR 4837
IC 2134 · IC 3038
IC 3169 · IC 2256 · SPR 4861
IC 2156 · IC 3060
IC 3545 · SPR 8438 · IC 2738
IC 3569 · SPR 8462 · IC 2762
IC 3243 · SPR 8338 · IC 3036
IC 3245 · SPR 8340 · IC 3038
IC 3269 · SPR 8364 · IC 3062Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Alkmaar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from The Hague to Alkmaar:
A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Alkmaar costing on average $25.
Other travel options to Alkmaar take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.56. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 11m 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.
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Alkmaar trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2132 · IC 3036 | 11:51 AM The Hague Centraal | 1h25 | 1:16 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3243 · SPR 8338 · IC 3036 | 11:54 AM Den Haag HS | 1h22 | 1:16 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5132 · IC 2232 · SPR 4837 | 11:57 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h29 | 1:26 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 3145 · IC 2232 · SPR 4837 | 12:01 PM The Hague Centraal | 1h25 | 1:26 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2232 · SPR 4837 | 12:02 PM Den Haag HS | 1h24 | 1:26 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5232 · IC 2134 · IC 3038 | 12:05 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h41 | 1:46 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5232 · IC 3545 · SPR 8438 · IC 2738 | 12:05 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h28 | 1:33 PM Alkmaar station | 3 transfers | |
IC 3545 · SPR 8438 · IC 2738 | 12:13 PM Den Haag HS | 1h20 | 1:33 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5034 · IC 3245 · SPR 8340 · IC 3038 | 12:16 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h30 | 1:46 PM Alkmaar station | 3 transfers | |
IC 2134 · IC 3038 | 12:21 PM The Hague Centraal | 1h25 | 1:46 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3245 · SPR 8340 · IC 3038 | 12:24 PM Den Haag HS | 1h22 | 1:46 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5134 · IC 2334 · SPR 4839 | 12:27 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h29 | 1:56 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2334 · SPR 4839 | 12:32 PM Den Haag HS | 1h24 | 1:56 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2156 · IC 3060 | 5:51 PM The Hague Centraal | 1h25 | 7:16 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3267 · SPR 8362 · IC 3060 | 5:54 PM Den Haag HS | 1h22 | 7:16 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5156 · IC 2256 · SPR 4861 | 5:57 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h33 | 7:30 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 3169 · IC 2256 · SPR 4861 | 6:01 PM The Hague Centraal | 1h29 | 7:30 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2256 · SPR 4861 | 6:02 PM Den Haag HS | 1h28 | 7:30 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5256 · IC 2158 · IC 3062 | 6:05 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h41 | 7:46 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5256 · IC 3569 · SPR 8462 · IC 2762 | 6:05 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h28 | 7:33 PM Alkmaar station | 3 transfers | |
IC 3569 · SPR 8462 · IC 2762 | 6:13 PM Den Haag HS | 1h20 | 7:33 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5058 · IC 3269 · SPR 8364 · IC 3062 | 6:16 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h30 | 7:46 PM Alkmaar station | 3 transfers | |
IC 2158 · IC 3062 | 6:21 PM The Hague Centraal | 1h25 | 7:46 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3269 · SPR 8364 · IC 3062 | 6:24 PM Den Haag HS | 1h22 | 7:46 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
SPR 5158 · IC 2358 · SPR 4863 | 6:27 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 1h33 | 8:00 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 3171 · IC 2358 · SPR 4863 | 6:31 PM The Hague Centraal | 1h29 | 8:00 PM Alkmaar station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2358 · SPR 4863 | 6:32 PM Den Haag HS | 1h28 | 8:00 PM Alkmaar station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from The Hague to Alkmaar run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 50 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Alkmaar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alkmaar trip today.
Alkmaar’s flagship museum covering fine art, civic history, and the Siege of 1573. Essential for understanding the city beyond the cheese market.
Museum inside the historic weigh house explaining Alkmaar’s world-famous cheese market. A classic stop for visitors wanting local tradition and context.
Small specialist museum on Dutch beer history and brewing culture, set in a former brewery. A fun niche visit in the old town.
Alkmaar’s most famous square, best known for the cheese market and surrounding historic buildings. The city’s lively must-see gathering place.
Main shopping street in the historic center with monuments, boutiques, and cafes nearby. Ideal for soaking up daily city life and architecture.
Picturesque canal street lined with old houses, bridges, and waterside views. One of Alkmaar’s most photogenic walking routes.
Alkmaarse kaas is the city’s signature cheese, tied to the historic Waag and cheese market. Expect semi-hard Dutch wheels with rich, creamy, nutty flavor.
Kibbeling is battered, fried white fish served with sauce. In North Holland it is a popular market and seaside snack locals eat fresh and hot.
Hollandse Nieuwe is lightly cured raw herring, often eaten with onions and pickles. It is a classic Dutch bite strongly linked to local fish culture.
Refined restaurant with a modern French and Dutch approach, polished service, and a more upscale setting for a longer dinner.
Historic beer café and restaurant in the old center, known for Dutch classics, many beers, and a warm traditional atmosphere.
Well-known city-center restaurant focused on seasonal European cooking, stylish presentation, and a comfortable contemporary dining room.
Moderate for the Netherlands: lodging and dining are similar to other Dutch cities, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafes: small change is fine. Taxis: round up the fare.
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Alkmaar Station -> Waagplein, Alkmaar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague 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.

Most The Hague to Alkmaar trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Alkmaar station pair, with some services arriving at Alkmaar Noord. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Alkmaar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs 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 options include: Restaurant Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Moerwijk is 2 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Moerwijk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
ATMs are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
Available at Den Haag Moerwijk: Parking.
Available at Den Haag Moerwijk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
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 options include: Restaurant De Binnenkomer, Bistro De 13 Balcken
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alkmaar. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alkmaar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alkmaar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alkmaar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alkmaar.
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Hotel Alkmaar, Grand Hotel Alkmaar, Hotel Stad en Land.
Alkmaar Noord is 1 km from Alkmaar city centre. Public transport options include:
Alkmaar Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Alkmaar Noord. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Alkmaar Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alkmaar Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alkmaar Noord: Ramps, restrooms.
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