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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
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Soest to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Soest to Utrecht will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Soest for Utrecht on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 23 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 Soest to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 9m faster (20m by train vs 29m by car) and roughly $48 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $55 (€45)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Soest to Utrecht trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPR 5524 · SPR 28301 | 8:53 AM Soestdijk | 0h56 | 9:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5524 · SPR 28301 | 9:04 AM Soest Zuid | 0h45 | 9:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5528 · SPR 28305 | 9:53 AM Soestdijk | 0h56 | 10:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5528 · SPR 28305 | 10:04 AM Soest Zuid | 0h45 | 10:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5532 · SPR 28309 | 10:53 AM Soestdijk | 0h56 | 11:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5532 · SPR 28309 | 11:04 AM Soest Zuid | 0h45 | 11:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5536 · SPR 28313 | 11:53 AM Soestdijk | 0h56 | 12:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5536 · SPR 28313 | 12:04 PM Soest Zuid | 0h45 | 12:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5540 · SPR 28317 | 12:53 PM Soestdijk | 0h56 | 1:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5540 · SPR 28317 | 1:04 PM Soest Zuid | 0h45 | 1:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Soest to Utrecht run on average 113 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (15 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 113 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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Utrecht Centraal -> Dom Square
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Soest 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 Soest to Utrecht trains use the Soest Zuid to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Utrecht Maliebaan. Use this guide to compare Soest and Utrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Soest Zuid is 1 km from Soest city centre. Public transport options include:
Soest Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Soest Zuid.
ATMs are available at Soest Zuid.
Available at Soest Zuid: Parking.
Available at Soest Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Soest Zuid.
Soest is 1 km from Soest city centre. Public transport options include:
Soest has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Soest.
ATMs are available at Soest.
Available at Soest: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Soest.
Soestdijk is 1 km from Soest city centre. Public transport options include:
Soestdijk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Soestdijk.
ATMs are available at Soestdijk.
Available at Soestdijk: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Soestdijk.
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 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.
Utrecht Overvecht is 2 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Overvecht has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
Available at Utrecht Overvecht: Parking.
Available at Utrecht Overvecht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Overvecht.
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