Reaching Utrecht and the NWERC
How to get to Utrecht
Utrecht is in the middle of the Netherlands and easy to reach from all directions.
By train
International trains: there are many international trains connecting the Netherlands to the rest of Europe. Some stop at Utrecht Central Station: there is a direct ICE express train connection from Cologne and Düsseldorf which runs frequently. Alternatively, change for Utrecht at Rotterdam (from the south) or at Amersfoort (from the east), where direct, frequent connections to Utrecht are available.
Do not buy train tickets on the train, this will result in a € 35 fine above the ticketprice. Buy the ticket at the vending machines instead.
By plane
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has a good connection to Utrecht Central Station; it takes only half an hour by direct train. Eindhoven Central Station is also connected by direct train to Utrecht Central, which takes about one hour.
Do not buy train tickets on the train, this will result in a € 35 fine above the ticketprice. Buy the ticket at the vending machines instead.
By automobile
Utrecht is surrounded by highways. However, do not try to enter the city centre by car, this is highly discouraged both in logistics and price.
How to get to NWERC
By car
Follow the signs for "De Uithof" from the highway. Arriving at De Uithof, follow the signs for Princetonplein, where you can park for free.
By city bus
Take bus line 11 or 12 destination De Uithof. These depart from the Central Station. Bus line 11 stops close to both hostels in the centre. Get off at stop Botanische Tuinen.
By bike
Follow the signs for De Uithof posted around the city.
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