Day trip from Utrecht to Amsterdam by train
Why visit Amsterdam for the day?
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
Travel by train, coach, flight with
1,000+ more
1,000+ more
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Utrecht
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £102, while a flight costs an average of £361.
Distance: 659 km
Compare flight with
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£361 Average Price | £139 Average Price | £102 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 49m Average total duration 15h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Utrecht is a coach with an average price of £102.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Utrecht:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Utrecht costing on average £139.
A coach is £259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Utrecht costing on average £361.
The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 32m.
Coach takes on average 15h 49m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Utrecht including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 6h 19m sooner (2h 47m by flight vs 9h 6m by car). Tickets start at around £361 compared to roughly £227 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Travel optionsfrom Geneva to Utrecht
How to get to Utrecht from Geneva by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Geneva to Utrecht is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:3514h55Geneve, Place Dorcière6:30Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A£481One-way1 change
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:3514h55Geneve, Place Dorcière6:30Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A£481One-way1 change
Fastest
SN27267:051h15Geneva International Airport8:20Brussels Airport£921One-way0 changes
Other options
Train
Coach
Flight
- IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 9169:359h24Geneva station18:59Utrecht Centraal£1251One-way4 changes
- IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · ICE 1228:5410h05Geneva station18:59Utrecht Centraal£1251One-way3 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:5517h05Geneve, Place Dorcière5:00Utrecht, Centraal Station£481One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:3517h45Geneve, Place Dorcière15:20Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A£481One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:0019h20Genève, Aéroport15:20Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A£611One-way2 changes
LX348+SN209615:504h10Geneva International Airport20:00Brussels Airport£901One-way1 change- SN271411:251h20Geneva International Airport12:45Brussels Airport£921One-way0 changes
- SN27128:151h20Geneva International Airport9:35Brussels Airport£921One-way0 changes
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Thu
08 Oct
08 Oct
Fri
09 Oct
09 Oct
Sat
10 Oct
10 Oct
Sun
11 Oct
11 Oct
Mon
12 Oct
12 Oct
Tue
13 Oct
13 Oct
Wed
14 Oct
14 Oct
Best day trips from Utrecht by train
The most popular day trips by train from Utrecht are Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Eindhoven and Leiden. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Utrecht on Omio.
Day trip from Utrecht to Rotterdam by train
Why visit Rotterdam for the day?
Rotterdam is a modern Dutch port city known for striking post-war architecture and a confident, creative feel. Landmarks such as the Erasmusbrug, Cube Houses and Markthal sit alongside a busy waterfront and lively cultural scene.
Day trip from Utrecht to The Hague by train
Why visit The Hague for the day?
The Hague is known as the seat of the Dutch government and a centre of international law. Its elegant streets, notable museums and the beach at Scheveningen give the city a formal yet relaxed character.
Day trip from Utrecht to Eindhoven by train
Why visit Eindhoven for the day?
Eindhoven is known for design, technology and its Philips past, giving it a modern, creative feel. Former industrial areas, contemporary architecture and a lively student scene shape the city’s character.
Day trip from Utrecht to Leiden by train
Why visit Leiden for the day?
Leiden is a compact canal city shaped by its historic university, museums and links to Rembrandt. Its gabled streets, courtyards and calm waters give it an academic, lived-in character.
More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.
FAQs: Geneva 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 Geneva to Utrecht.
There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Utrecht including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Utrecht is a coach with an average price of £102.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Utrecht:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Utrecht costing on average £139.
A coach is £259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Utrecht costing on average £361.
The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 32m.
Coach takes on average 15h 49m.
The Geneva to Utrecht distance is approximately 659 km.
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Utrecht is:
- Around 77 flights per day.
- Around 8 coaches per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Utrecht as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Utrecht:
- Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Utrecht Centraal.
- Coaches mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A.
- Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Utrecht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar to go to Utrecht by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Utrecht by coach.
- Travel with easyJet, Brussels Airlines, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Euroflyer, Air France, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways to go to Utrecht by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Utrecht:
- 11 direct flights per day with easyJet, Brussels Airlines, KLM, KLM Cityhopper.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva 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.
To get from Geneva to Utrecht, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Utrecht, explore the unique two-level canals with wharf cellars and vibrant cafés. Visit Museum Speelklok to discover self-playing musical instruments and clocks. Experience the history of Dutch railways 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. Don't miss the Dom Tower for panoramic city views, the serene Utrecht University Botanic Gardens, and religious art at Museum Catharijneconvent. Admire the Rietveld Schröder House, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and stroll along the picturesque Oudegracht canal.
Visitors typically spend 2 to 3 days in Utrecht to explore its historic city centre, museums, and unique attractions like the Dom Tower and the canals.
Travelling from Geneva to Utrecht: related information
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Travel to popular destinations by train, coach, flight or ferry
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
