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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Castricum
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Castricum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Castricum will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Utrecht for Castricum on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
9:29 AM0h55Utrecht10:24 AMCastricum$201One-way0 transfers
- 9:29 AM0h55Utrecht10:24 AMCastricum$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Utrecht to Castricum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Castricum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Castricum:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Castricum costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Castricum take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 6m by train vs 1h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $18 (€14) 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
Utrecht to Castricum train times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Castricum trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:37 AM Utrecht | 1h30 | 10:07 AM Castricum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:29 AM Utrecht | 0h55 | 10:24 AM Castricum | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Castricum
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Trains from Utrecht to Castricum run on average 65 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Utrecht to Castricum trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Utrecht and Castricum from $12 (€9). 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 Utrecht to Castricum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utrecht to Castricum
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Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein.
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
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