The cheapest and fastest trains from Utrecht to Zwolle
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utrecht to Zwolle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utrecht to Zwolle will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Utrecht for Zwolle on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 49 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.




Live departures
Utrecht to Zwolle train times
The table below shows live departures for Utrecht to Zwolle trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:51 AM Utrecht | 0h49 | 7:40 AM Zwolle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:51 AM Utrecht | 0h49 | 10:40 AM Zwolle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Utrecht | 1h05 | 12:40 PM Zwolle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:21 PM Utrecht | 0h49 | 2:10 PM Zwolle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:51 PM Utrecht | 0h49 | 4:40 PM Zwolle | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utrecht to Zwolle
Trains from Utrecht to Zwolle run on average 173 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 49m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 173 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Intercity, PKP Intercity from Utrecht to Zwolle trainsIntercity, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Utrecht and Zwolle from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Utrecht to Zwolle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utrecht to Zwolle 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 Zwolle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Utrecht Centraal, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zwolle, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utrecht to Zwolle
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Stationsplein.
- De Librije
- Restaurant Poppe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Ter Borch
- Hotel Lumen Zwolle
- Bilderberg Grand Hotel Wientjes
- Located in the main hall
- 5,800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-12 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional services
- Available near the station entrance
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for bicycles and cars.
- 24 places, covered
- The station has a single platform serving the Kamperlijntje line.
- Bus: Several local bus lines connect to the station.
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