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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Alkmaar to Groningen

Cheapest
2 h 5 min
Car
172 km.
from $9
Other
3 h 5 min
Bus, Train
137 km.
from $31.14
3 h 41 min
138 km.
from $74.09

Transport providers

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.83–$26.76
Train from Amsterdam Centraal to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$28.03–$70.08

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Leeuwarden to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.47–$16.56

Bus operators

Qbuzz B.V.

Phone:
+31 (0)900 – 0108
Email:
Website:
qbuzz.nl/gd/direct-naar/english
Bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Leeuwarden,
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Groningen?

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Groningen is to bus which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Groningen?

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Groningen?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to Groningen station. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at Groningen, Hoofdstation, uitstaphalte via Leeuwarden, Busstation and Drachten, Transferium Oost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Groningen via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Groningen?

The distance between Alkmaar and Groningen is 166 km. The road distance is 172.9 km.

How do I travel from Alkmaar to Groningen without a car?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Groningen without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 5m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Alkmaar to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Groningen bus from?

Alkmaar to Groningen bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Groningen train from?

Alkmaar to Groningen train services, operated by NS, depart from Alkmaar station.

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Groningen?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Groningen is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs $32.61 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Groningen bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Groningen bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Leeuwarden, Busstation.

Where does the Alkmaar to Groningen train arrive?

Alkmaar to Groningen train services, operated by NS, arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Groningen is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Alkmaar to Groningen.

How do I get a train ticket from Alkmaar to Groningen?

Book your Alkmaar to Groningen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 343+ hotels available in Groningen. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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