Utrecht is one of the Netherlands' most vibrant cities, known for its historic canals, cultural attractions, and central location. Whether you're traveling by air, train, car, or bus, getting to Utrecht is easy and convenient. Especially for ISPNO 2028, since the conference venue is located next to Utrecht Central Station. The train station is the biggest in the Netherlands and is really the heart of the Dutch railway system. Here’s how you can reach this beautiful city:

By plane

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is the international airport closest to Utrecht. A regular Intercity rail service (up to 4x hourly) connects Schiphol Airport to Utrecht Central and it stops at Amsterdam Zuid and Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA. From Utrecht, the trains continue south to either Nijmegen (via Arnhem) or Venlo (via ‘s-Hertogenbosch and Eindhoven). The Schiphol-Utrecht journey takes just over 30 minutes and costs €10.20 (2nd class) and €17.34 (1st class).

A taxi from Schiphol to Utrecht would normally cost around €90 on the meter. Some companies can offer lower fixed fares.

By train

Utrecht Central Station is the largest transportation hub in the Netherlands and an important entry and transfer station. Fun fact: Utrecht train station handles more passengers in a day than Schiphol airport!

Utrecht Central Station has a direct high-speed train connection with Germany and Switzerland. Amsterdam Central Station is frequented by many international trains, connecting the Netherlands to various cities and airports in Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

We encourage you to travel to Utrecht by train, where possible, and use public transport to reach the venue from your accommodation. Or why not, come to Utrecht University by bicycle for a real Dutch experience.

Please check the NS reisplanner or public transport planner 9292.nl prior to your travel for the latest updates.

Are you planning on travelling within Europe? The University of Utrecht's train check quickly reveals the best option for you. Find information on the total travel time to Utrecht city centre from various destinations in Europe and the CO2 emission of the journey:

Flights

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Getting around in Utrecht

Once you arrive in Utrecht, the city is easy to explore:
1Public transport
Utrecht boasts a superb public transportation network, enabling seamless and swift mobility via buses and trams. If you travel from another railway station in Utrecht, best is to check the public transport planner 9292.nl and select the station you depart from. You can also use Google maps to plan your journey by public transport.
2Cycling
Utrecht is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world, with extensive cycling paths and bike rentals available.
3Walking
Many attractions are within walking distance in the city center.