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Het Spoorwegmuseum
Leading railway museum with historic trains, interactive displays and family-friendly exhibits in a former station.
20070 · IC 3540
20078 · IC 3556
20086 · IC 3572
20082 · IC 3564
20090 · IC 3580
ICE 220
ICE 128
ICE 126
ICE 122
ICE 224Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £12. 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 coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 150 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Utrecht trains for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 60402 | Delayed 4:17 6:17Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h12 | 6:29 6:29Utrecht Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
20022+ IC 3052 | 13:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 16:06 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
20078 · IC 3556 | 13:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 16:36 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
ICE 124 | On time 15:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 16:59 Utrecht Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
20026+ IC 3060 | 15:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 18:06 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
20082 · IC 3564 | 15:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 18:36 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
ICE 122 | On time 17:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 18:59 Utrecht Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
20030+ IC 3068 | 17:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h40 | 20:06 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
20086 · IC 3572 | 17:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 20:36 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
ICE 220 | On time 9:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 10:59 Utrecht Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
20014+ IC 3036 | 9:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h41 | 12:07 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
20070 · IC 3540 | 9:48 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h48 | 12:36 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
ICE 128 | On time 11:11 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1h48 | 12:59 Utrecht Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
20018+ IC 3044 | 11:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2h41 | 14:07 Utrecht Centraal | 1 change | |
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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 £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Leading railway museum with historic trains, interactive displays and family-friendly exhibits in a former station.
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Central square by the Dom Tower and cathedral ruins, packed with history and one of the city’s key meeting points.
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.
Stylish modern restaurant in a wharf cellar, known for refined seasonal dishes and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Historic city-centre venue serving Dutch and French-inspired dishes in elegant rooms with a classic grand café feel.
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Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Dutch cities, but local transport and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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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 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.
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.
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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