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Centraal Museum
Utrecht’s main art and city museum, known for old masters, design, and the Rietveld Schröder archive. A strong all-round choice for understanding the city’s culture.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Utrecht will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 23 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Utrecht on Sat, Jun 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
28530 · ICE 140
ICE 120
28522 · ICE 144
ICE 224
28518 · ICE 146
ICE 124
ICE 126
ICE 128
ICE 220
ICE 122Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$62 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Utrecht:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Utrecht costing on average $62 (€51).
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 2h 20m by car). Tickets start at around $62 (€51) compared to roughly $43 (€35) 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 Deutsche Bahn, 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.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Utrecht trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 | Delayed 4:17 AM 6:17 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 2h12 | 6:29 AM 6:29 AMUtrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 222 | Delayed 5:14 AM 7:11 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 8:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
89871 · ICE 242 | Delayed 7:46 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h13 | 8:03 AM 8:03 AMUtrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
20066 · IC 3532 | 7:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 10:36 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 220 | On time 9:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 10:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
28510 · ICE 240 | On time 10:03 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h56 | 11:59 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 128 | On time 11:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 12:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
28514 · ICE 148 | On time 12:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 1:58 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
28518 · ICE 146 | On time 2:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 3:58 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 124 | On time 3:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 4:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
28522 · ICE 144 | On time 4:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 5:58 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 122 | On time 5:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 6:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
28526 · ICE 142 | On time 6:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h55 | 7:58 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 | On time 7:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 8:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
28530 · ICE 140 | On time 8:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h56 | 9:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 120 | On time 9:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 10:59 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 3084+ 20038 | 9:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h41 | 12:07 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
20094 · IC 3588 · IC 21402 | 9:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h25 | 1:13 AM Utrecht Centraal | 2 transfers | |
IC 21432+ 20040 | 10:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h45 | 2:11 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Utrecht run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Utrecht — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Utrecht trip today.
Utrecht’s main art and city museum, known for old masters, design, and the Rietveld Schröder archive. A strong all-round choice for understanding the city’s culture.
A highly popular national museum with historic trains, interactive displays, and family-friendly exhibits in a former station building.
A UNESCO-listed modernist house designed by Gerrit Rietveld, celebrated for its radical architecture and interior flexibility.
Utrecht’s most famous canal street, lined with wharves, bridges, and historic facades. Essential for walking, photos, and atmosphere.
The historic square around the Dom Tower and cathedral, central to Utrecht’s Roman, medieval, and modern identity.
A charming central district of museums, churches, courtyards, and old streets that works well for slow exploration.
A soft bread roll filled with a Dutch meatball, often served with mustard or gravy. It is a classic snack in lunchrooms and snack bars across Utrecht and the Netherlands.
A traditional Utrecht sausage with a distinctive smoky, spiced flavor. It is one of the city’s best-known local specialties and is often eaten sliced with mustard.
A hearty Dutch mash of potatoes with vegetables such as kale, sauerkraut, or endive, usually served in colder months. It is a comforting staple of local home cooking.
Well-known Indonesian restaurant with a stylish setting, famous for rijsttafel and flavorful shared dishes. A reliable choice for a lively dinner.
Popular casual venue focused on organic, vegetarian-friendly food with a relaxed local feel. Good for breakfast, lunch, or a lighter dinner.
Modern café-restaurant known for creative seasonal cooking and a bright, contemporary atmosphere. Especially appreciated for brunch and vegetarian-friendly options.
Prices are above average for the Netherlands. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels, drinks, and central dining can be pricey.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small tips for taxis are common.
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Utrecht Centraal, Utrecht -> Dom Tower, Utrecht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Utrecht trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Utrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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 Leidsche Rijn is 3 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Leidsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
ATMs are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Parking.
Available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn.
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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