The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Oberhausen
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Oberhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Oberhausen will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 10 trains that leave Utrecht for Oberhausen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
IC 3131+
21211 · 20019
IC 3139+
21215 · 20023
ICE 123
ICE 225
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · 22469
ICE 125
ICE 123
ICE 225
ICE 125 · 22471
ICE 225 · 22463Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Utrecht to Oberhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Oberhausen 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 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 137 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Utrecht to Oberhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Oberhausen trains for today, Sunday 28 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 129 · 22479 | On time 16:03 Utrecht Centraal | 2h15 | 18:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 221 · 22483 | On time 18:03 Utrecht Centraal | 2h15 | 20:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 1 change | |
| Monday 29 December | |||||
ICE 225 · 22463 | On time 08:02 Utrecht Centraal | 2h16 | 10:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 1 change | |
ICE 225 | On time 08:02 Utrecht Centraal | 1h29 | 09:31 Oberhausen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · 22465 | 08:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h54 | 11:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 3 changes | |
IC 3131+ 21211 · 20019 | 08:43 Utrecht Centraal | 2h24 | 11:07 Oberhausen Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 123 | On time 10:02 Utrecht Centraal | 1h29 | 11:31 Oberhausen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 123 · 22467 | On time 10:02 Utrecht Centraal | 2h16 | 12:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 1 change | |
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · 22469 | 10:24 Utrecht Centraal | 2h54 | 13:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 3 changes | |
IC 3139+ 21215 · 20023 | 10:43 Utrecht Centraal | 2h24 | 13:07 Oberhausen Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 125 | On time 12:04 Utrecht Centraal | 1h27 | 13:31 Oberhausen Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 125 · 22471 | On time 12:04 Utrecht Centraal | 2h14 | 14:18 Oberhausen-Osterfeld Süd station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Oberhausen
Trains from Utrecht to Oberhausen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Intercity from Utrecht to Oberhausen trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Intercity trains will get you between Utrecht and Oberhausen from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Intercity
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Utrecht to Oberhausen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht to Oberhausen 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 Oberhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Utrecht and Oberhausen
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein.
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
- Monday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Pizzarello
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Lux
- Akzent
- Garni
- Hotel Residenz Oberhausen
- Pizza Nizza
- Mandarin China-Spezialitäten
- Teatro
- Franziskaner
- Pizzeria Napoli
- Balcanico
- Da Vito
- Friet-van-Piet
- Zum weißen Hirsch
- Gasthof Harlos
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