What is the cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Castricum?

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Castricum is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Purmerend to Castricum?

The fastest way to get from Purmerend to Castricum is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs €100 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Purmerend and Castricum?

No, there is no direct bus from Purmerend to Castricum. However, there are services departing from Purmerend, Tramplein and arriving at Castricum, Dorpsstraat via Alkmaar, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Purmerend and Castricum?

No, there is no direct train from Purmerend to Castricum. However, there are services departing from Purmerend and arriving at Castricum via Zaandam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Purmerend to Castricum?

The distance between Purmerend and Castricum is 31 km. The road distance is 29.9 km.

How do I travel from Purmerend to Castricum without a car?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Castricum without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs €8 - €16.

How long does it take to get from Purmerend to Castricum?

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Purmerend to Castricum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Castricum bus from?

Purmerend to Castricum bus services, operated by Connexxion, depart from Purmerend, Tramplein station.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Castricum train from?

Purmerend to Castricum train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Purmerend station.

Train or bus from Purmerend to Castricum?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Castricum is to train which takes 35 min and costs €8 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Purmerend to Castricum bus arrive?

Purmerend to Castricum bus services, operated by Connexxion, arrive at Alkmaar, Station.

Where does the Purmerend to Castricum train arrive?

Purmerend to Castricum train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zaandam station.

Can I drive from Purmerend to Castricum?

Yes, the driving distance between Purmerend to Castricum is 30 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Purmerend to Castricum.

Where can I stay near Castricum?

There are 2696+ hotels available in Castricum.

Purmerend to Castricum - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Purmerend to Castricum by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Purmerend to ZaandamIntercity / ...
2. Take the train from Zaandam to CastricumIntercity / ...
35 min
€8–16
Drive 29.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Purmerend to Castricum29.9 km
29 min
€6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Zaandam, Station67
1h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purmerend to Castricum29.9 km
29 min
€100–120
Line 129 bus, line 167 bus
1. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Alkmaar, Station129
2. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Station to Castricum, Dorpsstraat167
1h 43m
€11–16

Purmerend to Castricum by train

285Weekly Trains

35 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.7 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Purmerend, Netherlands and Castricum, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Purmerend to Castricum via Zaandam in around 35 min. Alternatively, MeerPlus operates a bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Zaandam, Station hourly, and the journey takes 53 min.

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