The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeuwarden to Utrecht
Cheapest price on Aug 31
€32
Average ticket price on Aug 31
€32
Fastest journey on Aug 31
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
1 h 53 m
Trains on Aug 31
18
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeuwarden to Utrecht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeuwarden to Utrecht will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 18 trains from Leeuwarden to Utrecht, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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 6308:46 AM1h53Leeuwarden station10:39 AMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way0 transfers
IC 836 · IC 53610:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station12:09 PMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 828 · IC 5288:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station10:09 AMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 840 · IC 54011:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station1:09 PMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 832 · IC 5329:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station11:09 AMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 6308:46 AM1h53Leeuwarden station10:39 AMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way0 transfers
IC 836 · IC 53610:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station12:09 PMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 828 · IC 5288:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station10:09 AMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 840 · IC 54011:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station1:09 PMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
IC 832 · IC 5329:16 AM1h53Leeuwarden station11:09 AMUtrecht Centraal€321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeuwarden to Utrecht
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeuwarden to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 132 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€33 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leeuwarden to Utrecht train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeuwarden to Utrecht trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 622 · SPR 28301 | 6:37 AM Leeuwarden station | 3h12 | 9:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 622 · SPR 7327 | 6:37 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h09 | 8:46 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 622 | 6:37 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h02 | 8:39 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 824 · IC 524 · SPR 28301 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 9:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 824 · IC 524 · SPR 7329 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 9:16 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 824 · IC 524 | 7:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 9:09 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 626 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 9:39 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 626 · SPR 28305 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 10:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 626 · SPR 7331 | 7:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 9:46 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 828 · IC 528 · SPR 28305 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 10:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 828 · IC 528 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 10:09 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 828 · IC 528 · SPR 7333 | 8:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 10:16 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 630 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 10:39 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 630 · SPR 28309 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 11:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 630 · SPR 7335 | 8:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 10:46 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 832 · IC 532 · SPR 7337 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 11:16 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 832 · IC 532 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 11:09 AM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 832 · IC 532 · SPR 28309 | 9:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 11:49 AM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 634 · SPR 7339 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 11:46 AM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 634 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 11:39 AM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 634 · SPR 28313 | 9:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 12:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 836 · IC 536 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 12:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 836 · IC 536 · SPR 28313 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 12:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 836 · IC 536 · SPR 7341 | 10:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 12:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 638 · SPR 7343 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 12:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 638 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 12:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 638 · SPR 28317 | 10:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 1:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 840 · IC 540 · SPR 28317 | 11:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 1:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 840 · IC 540 | 11:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 1:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 840 · IC 540 · SPR 7345 | 11:16 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 1:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 642 · SPR 7347 | 11:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 1:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 642 · SPR 28321 | 11:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 2:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 642 | 11:46 AM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 1:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 844 · IC 544 · SPR 28321 | 12:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 2:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 844 · IC 544 · SPR 7349 | 12:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 2:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 844 · IC 544 | 12:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 2:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 646 · SPR 7351 | 12:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 2:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 646 | 12:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 2:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 646 · SPR 28325 | 12:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 3:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 848 · IC 548 · SPR 28325 | 1:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 3:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 848 · IC 548 · SPR 7353 | 1:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 3:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 848 · IC 548 | 1:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 3:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 650 · SPR 7355 | 1:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 3:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 650 | 1:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 3:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 650 · SPR 28329 | 1:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 3h03 | 4:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 1 transfer | |
IC 852 · IC 552 | 2:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 4:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 852 · IC 552 · SPR 28329 | 2:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h33 | 4:49 PM Utrecht Maliebaan | 2 transfers | |
IC 852 · IC 552 · SPR 7357 | 2:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 4:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 654 · SPR 7359 | 2:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 4:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 654 | 2:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 4:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 856 · IC 556 · SPR 7361 | 3:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 5:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 856 · IC 556 | 3:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 5:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 658 · SPR 7363 | 3:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 5:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 658 | 3:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 5:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 860 · IC 560 · SPR 7365 | 4:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 6:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 860 · IC 560 | 4:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 6:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 662 | 4:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 6:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 662 · SPR 7367 | 4:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 6:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 864 · IC 564 | 5:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 7:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 864 · IC 564 · SPR 7369 | 5:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 7:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 666 | 5:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 7:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 666 · SPR 7371 | 5:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 7:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 868 · IC 568 · SPR 7373 | 6:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 8:16 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 2 transfers | |
IC 868 · IC 568 | 6:16 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 8:09 PM Utrecht Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 670 · SPR 7375 | 6:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 2h00 | 8:46 PM Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn | 1 transfer | |
IC 670 | 6:46 PM Leeuwarden station | 1h53 | 8:39 PM Utrecht Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeuwarden to Utrecht
Trains from Leeuwarden to Utrecht run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leeuwarden to Utrecht trainsIntercity, NS International | IC Brussel, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leeuwarden and Utrecht from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
NS International | IC Brussel
NS Domestic
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Leeuwarden to Utrecht
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeuwarden 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeuwarden to Utrecht
Most Leeuwarden to Utrecht trains use the Leeuwarden to Utrecht Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn. Use this guide to compare Leeuwarden and Utrecht train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leeuwarden station do trains to Utrecht leave from?
Getting to Leeuwarden from Leeuwarden city centre
Leeuwarden is 1 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden train station facilities and services
Leeuwarden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Brasserie Oranje, Restaurant Wannee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leeuwarden. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leeuwarden. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeuwarden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeuwarden: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Oranje Hotel Leeuwarden, Post-Plaza Hotel & Grand Café, Fletcher Hotel-Paleis Stadhouderlijk Hof.
Getting to Leeuwarden Camminghaburen from Leeuwarden city centre
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen is 2 km from Leeuwarden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen train station facilities and services
Leeuwarden Camminghaburen has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeuwarden Camminghaburen.
Which Utrecht station do trains from Leeuwarden arrive at?
Getting to Utrecht Centraal from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Centraal train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Rechtbank, Humphrey's Utrecht
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Utrecht Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Utrecht Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Centraal: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Utrecht, NH Utrecht, Park Plaza Utrecht.
Getting to Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is 1 km from Utrecht city centre. Public transport options include:
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station facilities and services
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn.
Getting to Utrecht Maliebaan from Utrecht city centre
Utrecht Maliebaan train station facilities and services
Utrecht Maliebaan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Utrecht Maliebaan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Utrecht Maliebaan: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Utrecht Maliebaan.
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