How to travel from Nijmegen to Utrecht

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Compare bus and train for Nijmegen to Utrecht

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $24.

Distance: 35 miles (57 km)

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$24

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$10

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1h 23m

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53m

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1h 39m

Average total duration

1h 9m

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0.1 - 0.1kg

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from Nijmegen to Utrecht

How to get from Nijmegen to Utrecht by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Nijmegen to Utrecht is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 AM1h10
    Nijmegen, Tunnelweg
    7:40 AMUtrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 AM1h10
    Nijmegen, Tunnelweg
    7:40 AMUtrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 3124
    7:58 AM0h49
    Nijmegen station
    8:47 AMUtrecht Centraal
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • NS DomesticIC 3126
    8:28 AM0h49
    Nijmegen station
    9:17 AMUtrecht Centraal
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 3026
    8:43 AM0h53
    Nijmegen station
    9:36 AMUtrecht Centraal
    $231One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 3024
    8:13 AM0h53
    Nijmegen station
    9:06 AMUtrecht Centraal
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nijmegen to Utrecht

Travel to Utrecht easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nijmegen to Utrecht.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nijmegen and Utrecht including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Nijmegen to Utrecht is a bus with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from Nijmegen to Utrecht:

A bus is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nijmegen to Utrecht costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Nijmegen to Utrecht is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 39m.

The distance from Nijmegen to Utrecht is approximately 35 miles (57 km).
The average frequency per day from Nijmegen to Utrecht is:
  • Around 28 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nijmegen and Utrecht as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nijmegen to Utrecht:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nijmegen station and arrive in Utrecht Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nijmegen, Tunnelweg and arrive in Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nijmegen to Utrecht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Utrecht by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Utrecht by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nijmegen to Utrecht with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct trains per day with Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Nijmegen to Utrecht often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Utrecht and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Utrecht to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Utrecht, you can explore the unique two-level canals with wharf cellars and vibrant cafes. Visit Museum Speelklok to discover self-playing musical instruments and clocks. Experience Dutch railway history at the Railway Museum with interactive exhibits. Enjoy diverse performances at the modern music complex TivoliVredenburg. Relax in Griftpark, featuring playgrounds, a petting zoo, and a café. For sights, climb the Dom Tower for panoramic city views, wander through the serene Utrecht University Botanic Gardens, and admire religious art at Museum Catharijneconvent. Don't miss the Rietveld Schröder House, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the picturesque Oudegracht canal.
To fully explore Utrecht's historic canals, museums like the Centraal Museum, and lively cultural scene, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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