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Het Spoorwegmuseum
Leading railway museum with historic trains, interactive displays and family-friendly exhibits in a former station.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£88
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£110
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
19 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
22 h 25 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
762 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gothenburg to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Utrecht will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £88.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Gothenburg to Utrecht, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 762 km distance in an average of 22 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 40 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 Gothenburg to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, while a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 762 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £259 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 37m Average total duration 18h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Utrecht:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Utrecht costing on average £84.
A coach is £56 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Utrecht costing on average £131.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 49m.
Coach takes on average 18h 7m.
Tickets start at around £75 compared to roughly £259 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £184. The journey takes 18h 7m versus 11h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Utrecht coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 22h45 | 7:40 Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen | 25h40 | 11:50 Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A | 2 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 0:30 Gothenburg | 19h55 | 20:25 Utrecht | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Gothenburg to Utrecht run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 762 km distance in 19h 55m.
Distance 762 km |
Average bus duration 18h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 19h 55m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Creative district west of the centre with studios, events, waterside walks and a lively local atmosphere.
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Raw herring, usually served with onion and pickles. It is a classic Dutch street food and a must-try local seafood snack.
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NH Utrecht, Jaarbeursplein 24, Utrecht -> Utrecht Centraal, Utrecht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg to Utrecht by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Utrecht, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gothenburg to Utrecht buses use the Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen to Utrecht, Centraal Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Gothenburg and Utrecht bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Nils (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Espresso House (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
Available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen: Elevators, ramps.
Göteborg, Åkareplatsen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are cafes and fast food options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen.
Available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Åkareplatsen: The station has facilities for the disabled.
Göteborg, Korsvägen is 1 km from Gothenburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Göteborg, Korsvägen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Göteborg, Korsvägen. ATMs are available at Göteborg, Korsvägen.
Ticket office support is available at Göteborg, Korsvägen.
Available at Göteborg, Korsvägen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göteborg, Korsvägen: Station is accessible for disabled persons.
Utrecht, Centraal Station is 1 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht, Centraal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht, Centraal Station.
Available at Utrecht, Centraal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht, Centraal Station: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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