The cheapest and fastest trains from Castricum to Heerhugowaard
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castricum to Heerhugowaard is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castricum to Heerhugowaard will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 50 trains that leave Castricum for Heerhugowaard on Fri, May 15, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:07 AM0h20Castricum6:27 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
6:20 AM0h19Castricum6:39 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
6:34 AM0h23Castricum6:57 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
6:50 AM0h19Castricum7:09 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
7:04 AM0h23Castricum7:27 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
6:20 AM0h19Castricum6:39 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
6:50 AM0h19Castricum7:09 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM0h19Castricum7:39 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
7:50 AM0h19Castricum8:09 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
6:07 AM0h20Castricum6:27 AMHeerhugowaard$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Castricum to Heerhugowaard
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castricum to Heerhugowaard among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castricum to Heerhugowaard:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castricum to Heerhugowaard costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Heerhugowaard take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (23m by train vs 29m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Castricum to Heerhugowaard by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castricum to Heerhugowaard
Trains from Castricum to Heerhugowaard run on average 67 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 67 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 67 |
Direct trains 67 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Castricum to Heerhugowaard trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Castricum and Heerhugowaard from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Castricum to Heerhugowaard
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castricum to Heerhugowaard 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 Heerhugowaard, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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