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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Utrecht
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £128 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £128, while a flight costs an average of £407.
Distance: 518 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£407 Average Price | £128 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 11m Average total duration 17h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Manchester to Utrecht is a coach with an average price of £128.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Utrecht:
A coach is £280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Utrecht costing on average £407.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Coach takes on average 18h 11m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester 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 21m sooner (3h 20m by flight vs 9h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £407 compared to roughly £69 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.
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How to get to Utrecht from Manchester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Manchester to Utrecht is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:357h52Manchester16:27Utrecht£3141One-way2 changes
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- 8:357h52Manchester16:27Utrecht£3141One-way2 changes
Fastest
- 5:557h32Manchester13:27Utrecht£3311One-way2 changes
Other options
- 12:357h52Manchester20:27Utrecht£3141One-way2 changes
- 15:357h52Manchester23:27Utrecht£3141One-way2 changes
- 22:1513h12Manchester11:27Utrecht£3311One-way2 changes
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Best day trips from Utrecht by train
The most popular day trips by train from Utrecht are Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Leiden and Eindhoven. 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 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.
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.
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FAQs: Manchester 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 Manchester to Utrecht.
There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Utrecht including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Utrecht is a coach with an average price of £128.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Utrecht:
A coach is £280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Utrecht costing on average £407.
The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Coach takes on average 18h 11m.
The Manchester to Utrecht distance is approximately 518 km.
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Utrecht is:
- Around 77 flights per day.
- Around 6 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester 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 Manchester to Utrecht:
- Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
- Coaches mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Utrecht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Utrecht by coach.
- Travel with easyJet, Ryanair, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Utrecht by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Utrecht:
- 13 direct flights per day with easyJet, Ryanair, KLM Cityhopper, Eurowings, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester 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 Manchester 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.
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