The cheapest and fastest trains from Heerhugowaard to Castricum
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heerhugowaard to Castricum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heerhugowaard to Castricum will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Heerhugowaard for Castricum on Fri, May 15, 4 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 22 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 23 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.
10:32 PM0h23Heerhugowaard10:55 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
11:02 PM0h23Heerhugowaard11:25 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
11:21 PM0h19Heerhugowaard11:40 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
11:32 PM0h23Heerhugowaard11:55 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
11:21 PM0h19Heerhugowaard11:40 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
10:32 PM0h23Heerhugowaard10:55 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
11:02 PM0h23Heerhugowaard11:25 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
11:32 PM0h23Heerhugowaard11:55 PMCastricum$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Heerhugowaard to Castricum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heerhugowaard to Castricum 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 26m. 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) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heerhugowaard to Castricum:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heerhugowaard to Castricum costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Castricum take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 37m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (26m by train vs 32m 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 Heerhugowaard to Castricum by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heerhugowaard to Castricum
Trains from Heerhugowaard to Castricum run on average 66 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 64 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 66 |
Direct trains 64 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Heerhugowaard to Castricum trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Heerhugowaard and Castricum 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 Heerhugowaard to Castricum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heerhugowaard to Castricum 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 Castricum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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