Cities Near Alkmaar
Cities near Alkmaar, Netherlands: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Purmerend, Velsen-Zuid, Hoorn. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Alkmaar, Netherlands is Purmerend, about 12 mi (20 km) away — roughly 42 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purmerend | 12 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Velsen-Zuid | 13 mi / 20 km | 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hoorn | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Amsterdam | 19 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Den Helder | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hoofddorp | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Almere Stad | 27 mi / 43 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Lelystad | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hilversum | 33 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Leiden | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Alkmaar
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Purmerend, Velsen-Zuid, Hoorn, Amsterdam, Den Helder. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Alkmaar include Purmerend, Velsen-Zuid, Hoorn, Amsterdam, Den Helder. The closest is Purmerend, about 12 miles (20 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.