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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Utrecht is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Utrecht is to train which takes 37 min and costs €10 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Utrecht Central Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Utrecht Centraal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Utrecht?

The distance between Rotterdam and Utrecht is 55 km. The road distance is 57.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Utrecht without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs €10 - €29.

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

The train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraal takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Utrecht bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Utrecht train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Utrecht?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Utrecht is to train which takes 37 min and costs €10 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €9 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Rotterdam to Utrecht bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Utrecht train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Utrecht?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Utrecht is 57 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Rotterdam to Utrecht.

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

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

Where can I stay near Utrecht?

There are 592+ hotels available in Utrecht.

Can I share a ride from Rotterdam to Utrecht?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht CentraalIntercity
37 min
€10–29
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Rotterdam to Utrecht55.3 km
57 min
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Utrecht Central StationN31
50 min
€5–9
Drive 57.1 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Utrecht57.1 km
45 min
€10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotterdam to Utrecht57.1 km
45 min
€190–230

Rotterdam to Utrecht by train

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Distance: 55.5 km
Duration: 37 min

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €10–29 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Utrecht Central Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €5–9 and the journey takes 50 min.

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