Are you coming by car or would you prefer to take the train? We’ve got some handy tips for you!
Park en Ride in Utrecht
If you’re coming by car, using Park & Ride is the easiest and most affordable option. Park your car just outside the city, get a transport ticket, and travel to the vibrant center of Utrecht!
P+R rates
Park your car at one of the P+R locations on the outskirts of Utrecht for a budget-friendly rate. You’ll pay only a fraction of what it would cost to park in the city center.
Where to Park in Utrecht?
Are you visiting Utrecht and would you like to park at an affordable price and would like to arrange this in advance? At Q-Park you benefit from the best parking deals in Utrecht. On this page you can easily claim a parking deal by booking your parking space in advance.
Read all about the Q-Park locations here
Parking in and around Utrecht
Parking in Utrecht isn’t cheap, but it’s possible. You can park your car at the Jaarbeurs or the Grifthoekgarage for about €25 per day.
Taking the train to Utrecht
Public transport is often the easiest and most stress-free option for a day in Utrecht.
Affordable train travel
Check the website of NS for discounts or cheaper train tickets.
Bonus: discounted train travel for kids
With Kids Vrij, children aged 4 to 11 can travel with you for free, even during rush hour.
Arrived in Utrecht?
The best (and most fun) way to explore Utrecht is by bike. At our Utrecht hostel, you can easily rent bikes for €10 per day. Need a child seat? Let us know in advance, and we’ll arrange it for you!
Looking for even more tips for your trip to Utrecht?
As local experts, we’ve been gathering the best tips in and around our hostels for years. Unfortunately, we can't fit them all into one blog. That’s why we’ve highlighted the best tips by hostel and theme.
Check out all Utrecht tips
Come stay in Utrecht
Or stay at one of the other hostels nearby (Spoiler: we have 21 hostels to choose from across the Netherlands!)