The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Alkmaar
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Alkmaar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Alkmaar will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Utrecht for Alkmaar on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:39 AM1h07Utrecht7:46 AMAlkmaar€201One-way0 transfers
6:39 AM1h07Utrecht7:46 AMAlkmaar€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Utrecht to Alkmaar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Alkmaar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 65 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€20 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Utrecht to Alkmaar train times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Alkmaar trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:39 PM Utrecht | 1h07 | 10:46 PM Alkmaar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:39 AM Utrecht | 1h07 | 7:46 AM Alkmaar | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Alkmaar
Trains from Utrecht to Alkmaar run on average 123 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 65 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 123 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Utrecht to Alkmaar trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Utrecht and Alkmaar from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Utrecht to Alkmaar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utrecht to Alkmaar
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with access from Stationsweg
- Restaurant De Binnenkomer
- Bistro De 13 Balcken
- Outside the main entrance
- €0.70
- Amrâth Hotel Alkmaar
- Grand Hotel Alkmaar
- Hotel Stad en Land
- Located in the main hall
- 1,160 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-4
- Hall 2: bike parking and lockers
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.70
- 100 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms connected by a pedestrian bridge.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to major cities in the Netherlands
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