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 Prague to Utrecht
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, while a flight costs an average of £324.
Distance: 686 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£119 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest | £324 Average Price | £141 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration 14h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | 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.
Compare ways to travel from Prague to Utrecht
Compare the available ways to get from Prague to Utrecht, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Utrecht is a coach with an average price of £60.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Utrecht:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Utrecht costing on average £119.
A coach is £265 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Utrecht costing on average £324.
The fastest way to travel from Prague to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 41m.
Coach takes on average 15h 11m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Prague and Utrecht including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £119 compared to roughly £141 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 11h 11m versus 9h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Prague to Utrecht
How to get to Utrecht from Prague by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Prague to Utrecht is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
EC 335 · NJ 4049014:21 19h08 Prague hlavní nádraží 9:29 Utrecht Centraal £12 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- EC 335 · NJ 40490
14:21 19h08 Prague hlavní nádraží 9:29 Utrecht Centraal £12 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
FR 699:25 1h30 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 10:55 Brussels South Charleroi Airport £98 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
Train
Coach
Flight
- RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · ICE 1556 · ICE 120
10:31 12h28 Prague hlavní nádraží 22:59 Utrecht Centraal £79 1 One-way 3 changes - EX 356 · Bus RE25 · 3572 · ICE 620
11:35 11h24 Prague hlavní nádraží 22:59 Utrecht Centraal £89 1 One-way 4 changes - EX 358 · Bus RE25 · 3568 · ICE 624
9:35 11h24 Prague hlavní nádraží 20:59 Utrecht Centraal £89 1 One-way 4 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
23:50 19h40 Prague, Central Train Station 19:30 Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A £47 1 One-way 2 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
20:40 16h55 Praha, Na Knížecí 13:35 Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A £49 1 One-way 2 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
12:50 18h50 Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) 7:40 Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A £49 1 One-way 2 changes
U279269:15 1h45 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 11:00 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol £64 1 One-way 0 changes- U27928
20:10 1h40 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 21:50 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol £82 1 One-way 0 changes 
D83581 · D8354010:25 5h55 Prague Vaclav Havel Airport 16:20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol £139 1 One-way 1 change
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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: Prague 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 Prague to Utrecht.
There are 3 options to travel between Prague and Utrecht including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Utrecht is a coach with an average price of £60.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Utrecht:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Utrecht costing on average £119.
A coach is £265 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Utrecht costing on average £324.
The fastest way to travel from Prague to Utrecht is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.
Other travel options to Utrecht take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 41m.
Coach takes on average 15h 11m.
The Prague to Utrecht distance is approximately 686 km.
The average frequency per day from Prague to Utrecht is:
- Around 140 flights per day.
- Around 20 coaches per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Prague 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 Prague to Utrecht:
- Flights mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
- Trains mostly depart from Prague hlavní nádraží and arrive in Utrecht Centraal.
- Coaches mostly depart from Prague, Central Train Station and arrive in Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prague to Utrecht, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, WestfalenBahn to go to Utrecht by train.
- Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, British Airways, Sas Airways, Swiss, Eurowings, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, Smartwings, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, TAP Portugal, Buzz, CitizenPlane, Indigo Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Edelweiss Air to go to Utrecht by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Utrecht by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Prague to Utrecht with the following travel companies:
- 10 direct flights per day with KLM, Eurowings, Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, easyJet, KLM Cityhopper, Smartwings, Buzz, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta.
- 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Prague 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 Prague 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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