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Centraal Museum
Utrecht’s leading art and city museum, known for old masters, modern art, design, and the Miffy collection. A strong first museum stop for understanding the city’s culture.
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hengelo to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hengelo to Utrecht will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hengelo for Utrecht on Mon, May 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hengelo to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hengelo to Utrecht:
A bus is $1 (€0.81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hengelo to Utrecht costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€29) compared to roughly $30 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.04 (€-4.08). The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 30m 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 Hengelo to Utrecht trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1734 | 9:53 AM Hengelo station | 1h30 | 11:23 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1736 | 10:23 AM Hengelo station | 1h30 | 11:53 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1738 | 10:53 AM Hengelo station | 1h30 | 12:23 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1740 | 11:23 AM Hengelo station | 1h30 | 12:53 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
1742 | 11:53 AM Hengelo station | 1h30 | 1:23 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Hengelo to Utrecht run on average 54 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Utrecht Centraal -> Utrecht City Center
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hengelo 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.

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