How to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar

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Compare train and bus for Bremen to Alkmaar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Alkmaar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €653.

Distance: 172 miles (277 km)

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€95

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€653

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€43

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€66

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5h 20m

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4h 50m

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6h 15m

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9h 5m

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8h 35m

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4h 1m

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0.8 - 1.7kg

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Turkish Airlines

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Compare ways to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar

Compare the available ways to get from Bremen to Alkmaar, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar is a bus with an average price of €43.

This is compared to other travel options from Bremen to Alkmaar:

A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Alkmaar costing on average €95.

A bus is €610 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Alkmaar costing on average €653.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar is by train with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Alkmaar take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 15m.

Bus takes on average 9h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bremen and Alkmaar including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bremen to Alkmaar among Omio's users.
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 €95 compared to roughly €66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€28. The journey takes 4h 50m versus 4h 1m 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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from Bremen to Alkmaar

How to get from Bremen to Alkmaar by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 515 · 20358 · IC 1734 · IC 2734
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 515 · 20358 · IC 1734 · IC 2734
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 107 · ICE 148 · IC 3042
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 105 · ICE 240 · IC 3034+WestfalenBahn95772
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 517 · IC 2009 · ICE 128 · IC 3040
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 105 · ICE 128 · IC 3040
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bremen 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 Bremen to Alkmaar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bremen and Alkmaar including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar is a bus with an average price of €43.

This is compared to other travel options from Bremen to Alkmaar:

A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Alkmaar costing on average €95.

A bus is €610 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Alkmaar costing on average €653.

The fastest way to travel from Bremen to Alkmaar is by train with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Alkmaar take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 15m.

Bus takes on average 9h 5m.

The distance from Bremen to Alkmaar is approximately 172 miles (277 km).
The average frequency per day from Bremen to Alkmaar is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bremen and Alkmaar as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bremen to Alkmaar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bremen Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bremen Hbf and arrive in Alkmaar station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bremen, Rosa-Parks-Ring (ZOB Breitenweg) and arrive in Alkmaar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bremen to Alkmaar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Alkmaar by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Alkmaar by train.
  • Travel with Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss, KLM, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways to go to Alkmaar by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bremen to Alkmaar:
  • 2 direct flights per day with KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Bremen 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.
Most travelers need at least three days in Alkmaar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 1 to 2 days in Alkmaar is sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the famous cheese market, the historic city center, and local museums.

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