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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Kerkrade is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Kerkrade is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Utrecht and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct bus from Utrecht to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum and arriving at Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkrade via Maastricht and Heerlen, Station Heerlen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Kerkrade?

The distance between Utrecht and Kerkrade is 188 km. The road distance is 174 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Kerkrade without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 2h 43m and costs €22 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Utrecht to Kerkrade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Kerkrade bus from?

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

Where does the Utrecht to Kerkrade bus arrive?

Utrecht to Kerkrade bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Can I drive from Utrecht to Kerkrade?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Kerkrade is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Utrecht to Kerkrade.

Where can I stay near Kerkrade?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Kerkrade.

Utrecht to Kerkrade - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Utrecht to Kerkrade 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 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Heerlentrain Intercity
2. Take the bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkradebus 1 / ...
2h 43m
€23–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Maastrichtbus 846
4h 36m
€21–34
Drive 174 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Kerkradecar 174 km
2h 17m
€32–46

Utrecht to Kerkrade by train and bus

106Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.6 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Maastricht once daily. Tickets cost €13–22 and the journey takes 3h.

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