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Het Spoorwegmuseum
Leading Dutch railway museum with historic trains, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly displays inside a former station hall.
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Enschede to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Enschede to Utrecht will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 15 trains that leave Enschede for Utrecht on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 1732
IC 1730
IC 1728
IC 1734
SPR 7028 · IC 626+
ICE 242
IC 1732
IC 1730
IC 1728
IC 1734
SPR 7028 · IC 626+
ICE 242Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Enschede to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Enschede to Utrecht:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Enschede to Utrecht costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.47. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Enschede to Utrecht trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1732 | 9:15 AM Enschede station | 1h38 | 10:53 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1732 · SPR 8837 | 9:15 AM Enschede station | 1h57 | 11:12 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 1734 · SPR 8839 | 9:45 AM Enschede station | 1h57 | 11:42 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 1734 | 9:45 AM Enschede station | 1h38 | 11:23 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1734 · SPR 28309 | 9:45 AM Enschede station | 2h04 | 11:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 1738 · SPR 28313 | 10:45 AM Enschede station | 2h04 | 12:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 1742 · SPR 28317 | 11:45 AM Enschede station | 2h04 | 1:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 1746 · SPR 28321 | 12:45 PM Enschede station | 2h04 | 2:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
SPR 7028 · IC 626+ ICE 242 | 7:51 AM Enschede station | 1h48 | 9:39 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
SPR 7028 · IC 626 · SPR 7331+ ICE 242 | 7:51 AM Enschede station | 1h56 | 9:47 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 3 transfers | |
IC 1728 · SPR 8833 | 8:15 AM Enschede station | 1h57 | 10:12 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 1728 | 8:15 AM Enschede station | 1h38 | 9:53 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1730 · SPR 28305 | 8:45 AM Enschede station | 2h04 | 10:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 1730 | 8:45 AM Enschede station | 1h38 | 10:23 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1730 · SPR 8835 | 8:45 AM Enschede station | 1h57 | 10:42 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Enschede to Utrecht run on average 62 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 62 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Enschede to Utrecht by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Utrecht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Enschede to Utrecht trains use the Enschede to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn. Use this guide to compare Enschede and Utrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Enschede has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fellini Enschede, De Kater
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Enschede. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Enschede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Enschede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Enschede: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Enschede, Van der Valk Hotel Enschede, U Parkhotel.
Enschede Drienerlo is 4 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Enschede Drienerlo has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede Drienerlo.
Enschede De Eschmarke is 3 km from Enschede city centre. Public transport options include:
Enschede De Eschmarke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Enschede De Eschmarke.
Available at Enschede De Eschmarke: Parking.
Available at Enschede De Eschmarke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Enschede De Eschmarke.
Utrecht Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is 1 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Parking, WC.
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Utrecht Maliebaan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
Available at Utrecht Maliebaan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utrecht Maliebaan: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
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