Taking the train from Alkmaar to Rotterdam

So you’re considering going from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost for travel between Alkmaar and Rotterdam

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$36.40, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Alkmaar to Rotterdam

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Alkmaar to Rotterdam:

  • 00:31 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:49 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:32 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:14 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 15 minutes from Alkmaar toward Rotterdam.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 47 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Alkmaar to Rotterdam

The quickest time by train is 1 hour and 18 minutes, travelling a total distance of 81 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Alkmaar and Rotterdam?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

More information on train travel from Alkmaar to Rotterdam

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Rotterdam city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Alkmaar to Rotterdam by train?

The trip from Alkmaar to Rotterdam covers a distance of 81 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

The cheapest fare on this route is CA$36.40. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Alkmaar to Rotterdam train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Alkmaar to Rotterdam?

The fastest jouney takes 1 hour and 18 minutes.