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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Detmold is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Detmold is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Detmold?

No, there is no direct train from Utrecht to Detmold. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Detmold, Bahnhof via Hengelo and Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Detmold?

The distance between Utrecht and Detmold is 305 km. The road distance is 295.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Detmold without a car is to train via Enschede which takes 4h 57m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Utrecht to Detmold, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Detmold train from?

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

Train or bus from Utrecht to Detmold?

The best way to get from Utrecht to Detmold is to train via Enschede which takes 4h 57m and costs €55 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Utrecht to Detmold train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Utrecht to Detmold?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Detmold is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Utrecht to Detmold.

How do I get a train ticket from Utrecht to Detmold?

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Where can I stay near Detmold?

There are 813+ hotels available in Detmold.

Utrecht to Detmold - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Utrecht to Detmold 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 via Enschede
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to HengeloIntercity / ...
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOBRb61
4h 57m
€57–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Gütersloh central bus stationN69
6h 18m
€33–58
Drive 295.3 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Detmold295.3 km
3h 13m
€52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Bünde, Bahnhof/ZOB77
5h 2m
€49–150
Train via Bielefeld Hbf
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to HengeloIntercity / ...
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Bielefeld HbfStoptrein RB61 / ...
5h 26m
€60–90

Utrecht to Detmold by train

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Distance: 305.3 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Utrecht, Netherlands and Detmold, Germany?

You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Detmold, Bahnhof via Hengelo and Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Gütersloh central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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