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The cheapest and fastest trains from Best to Houten
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$38
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$53
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 18
50
Distance
60 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Best to Houten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Best to Houten will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Best to Houten without transferring at least once.
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5:14 AM1h17Best6:31 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer- 5:44 AM1h17Best7:01 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 6:14 AM1h17Best7:31 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 6:44 AM1h17Best8:01 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 7:14 AM1h17Best8:31 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 5:14 AM1h17Best6:31 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 5:44 AM1h17Best7:01 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 6:14 AM1h17Best7:31 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 6:44 AM1h17Best8:01 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
- 7:14 AM1h17Best8:31 AMHouten$381One-way1 transfer
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Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Best to Houten train times
The table below shows live departures for Best to Houten trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 6:31 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 5:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 7:01 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 6:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 7:31 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 6:15 AM Best | 1h28 | 7:43 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 6:29 AM Best | 1h29 | 7:58 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 6:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 8:01 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 6:45 AM Best | 1h28 | 8:13 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 6:59 AM Best | 1h29 | 8:28 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 7:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 8:31 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 7:15 AM Best | 1h28 | 8:43 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 7:29 AM Best | 1h29 | 8:58 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 7:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 9:01 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 7:45 AM Best | 1h28 | 9:13 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 7:59 AM Best | 1h29 | 9:28 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 8:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 9:31 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 8:15 AM Best | 1h28 | 9:43 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 8:29 AM Best | 1h29 | 9:58 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 8:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 10:01 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 8:45 AM Best | 1h28 | 10:13 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 8:59 AM Best | 1h29 | 10:28 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 9:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 10:31 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 9:15 AM Best | 1h28 | 10:43 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 9:29 AM Best | 1h29 | 10:58 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 9:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 11:01 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 9:45 AM Best | 1h28 | 11:13 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 9:59 AM Best | 1h29 | 11:28 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 10:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 11:31 AM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 10:15 AM Best | 1h28 | 11:43 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 10:29 AM Best | 1h29 | 11:58 AM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 10:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 12:01 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 10:45 AM Best | 1h28 | 12:13 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 10:59 AM Best | 1h29 | 12:28 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 11:14 AM Best | 1h17 | 12:31 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 11:15 AM Best | 1h28 | 12:43 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 11:29 AM Best | 1h29 | 12:58 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 11:44 AM Best | 1h17 | 1:01 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 11:45 AM Best | 1h28 | 1:13 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 11:59 AM Best | 1h29 | 1:28 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 12:14 PM Best | 1h17 | 1:31 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 12:15 PM Best | 1h28 | 1:43 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 12:29 PM Best | 1h29 | 1:58 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 12:44 PM Best | 1h17 | 2:01 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 12:45 PM Best | 1h28 | 2:13 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 12:59 PM Best | 1h29 | 2:28 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 1:14 PM Best | 1h17 | 2:31 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 1:15 PM Best | 1h28 | 2:43 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 1:29 PM Best | 1h29 | 2:58 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 1:44 PM Best | 1h17 | 3:01 PM Houten | 1 transfer | |
| 1:45 PM Best | 1h28 | 3:13 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
| 1:59 PM Best | 1h29 | 3:28 PM Houten | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Best to Houten
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Take a train from Best to Houten and enjoy the approximately 37 miles (60 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 23:29.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Complete guide to Houten
Things to do in Houten
Discover the best of Houten — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Houten trip today.
- Must visit
Kasteel de Haar Museum
Leading Dutch castle museum in Utrecht with period rooms and exhibitions on aristocratic life, within practical reach from Houten.
- Recommended
Museum Het Rond
Local history museum in a historic farm complex, presenting Houten’s rural past, archaeology, and village life in an accessible setting.
- Recommended
Het Rond
Main shopping and transit heart of modern Houten, useful for seeing the town’s acclaimed car-light urban design and daily local life.
- Recommended
Oud-Houten
Historic village core with old streets, churches, and intimate scale, ideal for a relaxed walk through Houten’s pre-modern character.
- Recommended
Imkersplas
Long green recreational corridor popular for walking and cycling, showing how nature and planning are integrated in Houten.
Erwtensoep
Traditional Dutch split pea soup with smoked sausage and vegetables. A hearty winter staple eaten across Utrecht province and nearby towns like Houten.
Boerenkoolstamppot
Mashed potatoes with curly kale, usually served with gravy and rookworst. A classic Dutch comfort dish common in homes and local eateries.
Hutspot
Mashed potatoes with carrots and onions, often paired with stewed beef or sausage. This simple Dutch dish is deeply rooted in everyday local cooking.
Restaurant Kasteel Heemstede
Modern French fine dining in Houten with polished service and seasonal menus. Suitable for a special dinner in an elegant setting.
Restaurant Forty4
Stylish restaurant in a historic fort near Houten, known for refined seasonal dishes and a distinctive waterside heritage atmosphere.
De Pannekoekenbakker
Casual Dutch pancake house popular with families and groups. Best for classic pannenkoeken in a relaxed, traditional setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and lodging cost more than smaller EU towns, but local transit and daily costs are manageable versus Amsterdam.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
Official public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.90
- Day pass
- $null
To the city center
Houten -> Utrecht Centraal
- Distance
- 10 km
- Travel time
- 11 min
- You can check in and out on Dutch trains and buses with a contactless bank card, phone, or OV-chipkaart.
- For Houten trips, NS covers trains; use 9292 for door-to-door planning if your journey includes buses.
FAQs: Trains from Best to Houten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Best to Houten 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 Houten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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