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Trip Summary
You can pick from 13 daily train trips between Giessen and Alkmaar. The average train journey from Giessen to Alkmaar takes 11 hours and 32 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 10 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 220 mi (354 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 59m |
| Lowest price | $84.53 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Giessen to Alkmaar?
2 train services operate from Giessen to Alkmaar. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 11 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 2 | 11h 14m | $96.08 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 11 | 11h 36m | $108.26 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Giessen to Alkmaar start from $85, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Alkmaar. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Giessen leaves from Gießen Licher Str and 2 other stations. And in Alkmaar trains arrive at Alkmaar Noord and one other train station.
From Giessen to Alkmaar train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alkmaar faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 10 hours and 59 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Giessen and Alkmaar is approximately 220 miles, or 354 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 59 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Giessen to Alkmaar. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Giessen at 9:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 13 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Giessen?
Main departure station: Watzenborn-Steinberg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Giessen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Giessen:
Watzenborn-Steinberg
Gießen Erdkauter Weg
Gießen
Gießen Licher Str
Where is the train station in Alkmaar?
Main arrival station: Alkmaar Noord
Alkmaar receives travelers from Giessen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Alkmaar:
Alkmaar Noord
Train Station
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