The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Velsen
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Velsen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Velsen will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Utrecht to Velsen without transferring at least once.
11:02 PM7h25Utrecht6:27 AMDriehuis$341One-way1 transfer
11:02 PM7h25Utrecht6:27 AMDriehuis$341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Utrecht to Velsen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Velsen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 32 miles (52 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$21 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Velsen:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Velsen costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Velsen take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 58m.
Compare prices and tickets Utrecht to Velsen by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Velsen
Trains from Utrecht to Velsen run on average 258 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (52 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 32 miles (52 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 258 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Utrecht to Velsen trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Utrecht and Velsen from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Utrecht to Velsen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht to Velsen 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 Velsen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utrecht to Velsen
Most Utrecht to Velsen trains use the Utrecht Centraal to Driehuis station pair. Use this guide to compare Utrecht and Velsen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Utrecht station do trains to Velsen leave from?
Getting to Utrecht Centraal from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Centraal train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
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