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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Amsterdam Centraal | Heiloo Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amsterdam Centraal | Alkmaar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amsterdam Sloterdijk | Alkmaar | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amsterdam Sloterdijk | Heiloo Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amsterdam Centraal | Alkmaar | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Amsterdam to Alkmaar
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Alkmaar. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Alkmaar by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
The cheapest bus tickets from Amsterdam to Alkmaar start from $8. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
The average bus trip duration from Amsterdam to Alkmaar is 1h 27m, covering a distance of 16 miles (26 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Amsterdam to Alkmaar route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Alkmaar at 1:07am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
A bus trip from Amsterdam to Alkmaar generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Amsterdam to Alkmaar?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Alkmaar was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Alkmaar, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $20 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Alkmaar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
