Maastricht to Utrecht: Road Trip Guide & Distance

89 miles 143.3 km · straight line
112 miles actual route 180.2 km · driving distance
2h 25min estimated drive time
€23 - €28 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Maastricht from Utrecht?

The distance from Maastricht to Utrecht is 89 miles (143.3 km) as the crow flies. Utrecht is located NNW of Maastricht. By car, the driving distance is approximately 112 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in Netherlands.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Maastricht and Utrecht. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Maastricht to Utrecht

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 25min €23 - €28 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 54min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 18min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maastricht & Utrecht

Quick Facts

Maastricht
50.85°N, 5.69°E
Europe/Amsterdam
50m elevation
Utrecht
52.09°N, 5.12°E
Europe/Amsterdam
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 279.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM