How to travel from Utrecht to Amsterdam, Netherlands

The distance between Utrecht and Amsterdam is around 39km (24 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 26min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Utrecht to Amsterdam by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Amsterdam Centraal.

  • Duration26min
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    €13($13)
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Bus

Take the bus to Amsterdam Centraal.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departs3 times a week
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Amsterdam.

  • Duration39min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €150($150)
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Taxi Utrecht Midland

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Drive

Drive to Amsterdam.

  • Duration39min
  • Distance45km (28 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Utrecht and Amsterdam

There are several options for getting from Utrecht to Amsterdam by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1hr. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 26min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €13 ($13).

The distance between Utrecht and Amsterdam is around 39km (24 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 36km (22 miles)

It takes around 26min to get from Utrecht and Amsterdam by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 39min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Utrecht to Amsterdam is to take the train which takes around 26min and will set you back approx €13 ($13).

The cheapest way to travel between Utrecht and Amsterdam, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Utrecht and Amsterdam. It typically takes around 26min and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Utrecht and Amsterdam with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 26min.

Dutch Railways run train services between Utrecht and Amsterdam. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 26min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Utrecht and Amsterdam. It typically takes around 1hr and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Utrecht and Amsterdam with no changeovers required. The bus runs 3 times a week and takes 1hr.

Dutch Railways run regular bus services between Utrecht and Amsterdam. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 1hr on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Utrecht to Amsterdam. We recommend that you take the train to Amsterdam Centraal. instead which will take 26min.

The closest major airport to Amsterdam is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) (AMS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Amsterdam. Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) (RTM) and Eindhoven Airport (EIN) (EIN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Utrecht and Amsterdam. The distance is around 45km (28 miles) by road and it will take around 39min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Utrecht to Amsterdam is to take the train which takes, on average, 26min and will usually cost around €13 ($13).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Utrecht and Amsterdam

Transport options from Utrecht to Amsterdam
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
26min
€13($13)
every 30 mins39km (24 miles)
Bus
1hr
3 times a week44km (27 miles)
Taxi
39min
€150($150)
on demand45km (28 miles)
Drive
39min
€7($7)
on demand45km (28 miles)

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Airports near Amsterdam

The following major airports near Amsterdam offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Netherlands and internationally.

AMS
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Amsterdam
RTM
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
57km (35 miles) from Amsterdam
EIN
Eindhoven Airport (EIN)
International Airport
Distance
107km (67 miles) from Amsterdam