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Het Spoorwegmuseum
Leading Dutch railway museum with historic trains, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly displays inside a former station hall.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenchen to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $125. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $125, and a train costs an average of $125.
Distance: 353 miles (569 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$148 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 58m Average total duration Fastest 12h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $148 (€121) compared to roughly $170 (€138) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€18). The journey takes 12h 28m versus 7h 37m 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.
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Trains from Grenchen to Utrecht run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€102) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 18:29, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 353 miles (569 km) distance in 10h 48m.
Distance 353 miles (569 km) |
Average train duration 12h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€102) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 48m |
First train 6:29 PM |
Last train 9:59 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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