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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Castricum to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castricum to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castricum to Rotterdam will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 50 trains that leave Castricum for Rotterdam on Fri, May 15, 1 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 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
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5:12 AM1h52Castricum7:04 AMRotterdam$441One-way0 transfers- 5:16 AM1h33Castricum6:49 AMRotterdam$451One-way1 transfer
- 5:40 AM1h39Castricum7:19 AMRotterdam$451One-way1 transfer
- 6:10 AM1h39Castricum7:49 AMRotterdam$451One-way1 transfer
- 6:44 AM1h35Castricum8:19 AMRotterdam$451One-way1 transfer
- 7:25 AM1h28Castricum8:53 AMRotterdam$911One-way1 transfer
- 8:25 AM1h28Castricum9:53 AMRotterdam$911One-way1 transfer
- 10:25 AM1h28Castricum11:53 AMRotterdam$911One-way1 transfer
- 5:16 AM1h33Castricum6:49 AMRotterdam$451One-way1 transfer
- 6:44 AM1h35Castricum8:19 AMRotterdam$451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Castricum to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castricum to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castricum to Rotterdam:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castricum to Rotterdam costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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.
Live departures
Castricum to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Castricum to Rotterdam trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:55 PM Castricum | 1h45 | 6:40 PM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
| 5:12 AM Castricum | 1h52 | 7:04 AM Rotterdam | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:16 AM Castricum | 1h33 | 6:49 AM Rotterdam | 1 transfer | |
| 5:27 AM Castricum | 1h43 | 7:10 AM Rotterdam | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castricum to Rotterdam
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Trains from Castricum to Rotterdam run on average 102 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 102 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Castricum to Rotterdam trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Castricum and Rotterdam from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Castricum to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castricum to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Castricum to Rotterdam
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Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
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