What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

The fastest way to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht is to train which takes 27 min and costs €8 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Central Station station and arriving at Utrecht Central Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Utrecht Centraal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

The distance between Amsterdam and Utrecht is 39 km. The road distance is 41.8 km.

How do I travel from Amsterdam to Utrecht without a car?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs €8 - €21.

How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraal takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Utrecht bus from?

Amsterdam to Utrecht bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Utrecht train from?

Amsterdam to Utrecht train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

The best way to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht is to train which takes 27 min and costs €8 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €6 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Amsterdam to Utrecht bus arrive?

Amsterdam to Utrecht bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Utrecht Central Station.

Where does the Amsterdam to Utrecht train arrive?

Amsterdam to Utrecht train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

Yes, the driving distance between Amsterdam to Utrecht is 42 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Amsterdam to Utrecht.

How do I get a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

Book your Amsterdam to Utrecht bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Utrecht?

There are 589+ hotels available in Utrecht.

Can I share a ride from Amsterdam to Utrecht?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Amsterdam and Utrecht. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Amsterdam to Utrecht - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car

There are 5 ways to get from Amsterdam to Utrecht by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Amsterdam Centraal to Utrecht CentraalIntercity / ...
27 min
€8–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Amsterdam to Utrecht39.1 km
50 min
€4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Utrecht Central StationN809
45 min
€5–6
Drive 41.8 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Utrecht41.8 km
42 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Amsterdam to Utrecht41.8 km
42 min
€140–170

Amsterdam to Utrecht by train

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Distance: 39.1 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Utrecht, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €8–21 and the journey takes 27 min. Arriva NL also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Utrecht Central Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost €5–6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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