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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Balk is to bus and line 41 bus which costs €17 - €30 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Balk is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Utrecht and Balk?

No, there is no direct bus from Utrecht to Balk. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum and arriving at Balk, Meineszleane via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Heerenveen, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Balk?

The distance between Utrecht and Balk is 184 km. The road distance is 121.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Balk without a car is to train and line 41 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs €23 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Utrecht to Balk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Balk bus from?

Utrecht to Balk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum station.

Where does the Utrecht to Balk bus arrive?

Utrecht to Balk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Can I drive from Utrecht to Balk?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Balk is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Utrecht to Balk.

Where can I stay near Balk?

There are 787+ hotels available in Balk.

Utrecht to Balk - 3 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Utrecht to Balk by train, bus, 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, line 41 bus
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Heerenveentrain Intercity
2. Take the bus from Heerenveen, Busstation to Balk, Meineszleanebus 41
2h 56m
€23–48
Bus, line 41 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 068 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Heerenveenbus 075
3. Take the bus from Heerenveen, Busstation to Balk, Meineszleanebus 41
4h 40m
€18–30
Drive 121.4 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Balkcar 121.4 km
1h 26m
€22–32

Utrecht to Balk by train and bus

114Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Balk, Meineszleane via Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Heerenveen, Busstation in around 4h 40m.

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