Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn train with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

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Compare bus and train for Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 9 miles (16 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$14

Average price

$7

Average price

Cheapest

$6

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 13m

Average total duration

43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn is a bus with an average price of $7 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn:

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn costing on average $14 (€12).

The fastest way to travel from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn is by train with an average journey time of 40m.

Other travel options to Alphen aan den Rijn take longer:

Bus takes on average 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Woerden and Alphen aan den Rijn including taking a bus and train.
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 $14 (€12) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.55 (€-7.00). The journey takes 40m versus 24m 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

Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn train times

The table below shows live departures for Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7:31 AM Woerden
0h49
8:20 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7:37 AM Woerden
0h16
7:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:01 AM Woerden
0h49
8:50 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:07 AM Woerden
0h16
8:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:31 AM Woerden
0h49
9:20 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)8:37 AM Woerden
0h16
8:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9:01 AM Woerden
0h49
9:50 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9:07 AM Woerden
0h16
9:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9:31 AM Woerden
0h49
10:20 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)9:37 AM Woerden
0h16
9:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:01 AM Woerden
0h49
10:50 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:07 AM Woerden
0h16
10:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:31 AM Woerden
0h49
11:20 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10:37 AM Woerden
0h16
10:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:01 AM Woerden
0h49
11:50 AM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:07 AM Woerden
0h16
11:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:31 AM Woerden
0h49
12:20 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11:37 AM Woerden
0h16
11:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:01 PM Woerden
0h49
12:50 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:07 PM Woerden
0h16
12:23 PM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:31 PM Woerden
0h49
1:20 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)12:37 PM Woerden
0h16
12:53 PM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:01 PM Woerden
0h49
1:50 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:07 PM Woerden
0h16
1:23 PM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:31 PM Woerden
0h49
2:20 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1:37 PM Woerden
0h16
1:53 PM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:01 PM Woerden
0h49
2:50 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:07 PM Woerden
0h16
2:23 PM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:31 PM Woerden
0h49
3:20 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2:37 PM Woerden
0h16
2:53 PM Alphen A/d Rijn0 transfersDirect
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3:01 PM Woerden
0h49
3:50 PM Alphen A/d Rijn1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn

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Trains from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn run on average 50 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.

There are 49 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 16m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)
Distance
9 miles (16 km)
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€9)
Trains per day
50
Direct trains
49
Fastest train
16m
First train
12:09 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€6)

Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Woerden and Alphen aan den Rijn from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn 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 Alphen aan den Rijn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $14 (€12).
The train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn takes 16m and runs 50 per day.
The first train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn leaves at 12:09 AM.
The distance by train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn is 9 miles (16 km).
The last train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn leaves at 11:54 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn.
Yes, there is a direct train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn. This service operates 49 times per day, provided by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn.
The cheapest way to get from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€6).
The train journey from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn offers a pleasant view of the Dutch countryside, featuring picturesque landscapes, canals, and traditional windmills, providing a scenic experience for travelers.
Yes, a day trip from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn is feasible with a travel duration of 16m and a distance of 9 miles (16 km). Trains run 46 times per day.
A stay of 1 to 2 days in Alphen aan den Rijn is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Avifauna Bird Park, the Archeon open-air museum, and to enjoy the local shopping and dining experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Woerden to Alphen aan den Rijn.
Since both Woerden and Alphen aan den Rijn are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Alphen aan den Rijn include Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Utrecht, Antwerp.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Alphen aan den Rijn, travelers should be aware of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like markets and public transport. Bicycle theft is also common, so securing bikes properly is important. There are no widespread scams specific to the area, but travelers should stay cautious when using ATMs or exchanging money and avoid unsolicited offers to prevent potential fraud.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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