The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 6 trains that leave Utrecht Centraal for Amsterdam Zuid on Wed, May 13, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 32 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, May 13 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.
3:41 PM0h23Utrecht Centraal4:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid$111One-way0 transfers
6:11 AM0h23Utrecht Centraal6:34 AMAmsterdam Zuid$121One-way0 transfers
5:01 PM0h23Utrecht Centraal5:24 PMAmsterdam Zuid$121One-way0 transfers
12:41 PM0h26Utrecht Centraal1:07 PMAmsterdam Zuid$121One-way0 transfers
10:11 AM0h23Utrecht Centraal10:34 AMAmsterdam Zuid$131One-way0 transfers
10:11 AM0h23Utrecht Centraal10:34 AMAmsterdam Zuid$131One-way0 transfers
3:41 PM0h23Utrecht Centraal4:04 PMAmsterdam Zuid$111One-way0 transfers
5:01 PM0h23Utrecht Centraal5:24 PMAmsterdam Zuid$121One-way0 transfers
9:11 AM0h23Utrecht Centraal9:34 AMAmsterdam Zuid$131One-way0 transfers
6:11 AM0h23Utrecht Centraal6:34 AMAmsterdam Zuid$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Amsterdam Zuid take longer:
Bus takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (29m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid train times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:11 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0h23 | 10:34 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0h26 | 8:06 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs NS International | IC Brussel?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for NS International | IC Brussel, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity, Intercity, SNCB or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid
Trains from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid run on average 34 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, SNCB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, SNCB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Utrecht Centraal and Amsterdam Zuid from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Intercity
SNCB
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid 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 Amsterdam Zuid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utrecht Centraal to Amsterdam Zuid
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein.
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Parnassusweg.
- Restaurant As
- Gustavino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Amsterdam Zuid
- citizenM Amsterdam South
- Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South
- Located in the main hall
- 1500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line 50, Line 51
- Tram: Line 5, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
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