Engineering work in Utrecht
ProRail is carrying out engineering works on the tracks around Utrecht this year. Below you can find what this means for your journey. Please plan your trip in good time using the NS Journey Planner.
Track work in Utrecht
No track work is planned in Utrecht at the moment.
We will post new track work updates here as soon as they are available. You can plan your journey up to ten days in advance in the NS Reisplanner.
Frequently asked questions about engineering work
Can I claim a refund if there is a delay?
Can I claim a refund if there is a delay?
Planned engineering work can make your journey time longer than usual because it is scheduled in advance. That is why you will not receive a refund if this causes you to arrive later.
You can claim a refund if your train is delayed by at least thirty minutes compared to the timetable in the Journey Planner.
Am I entitled to a discount because I cannot travel on my route?
Am I entitled to a discount because I cannot travel on my route?
No. This concerns planned engineering work. We provide replacement transport, such as NS buses, or an alternative route.
Can I travel free of charge on an NS bus?
Can I travel free of charge on an NS bus?
No, you also need a valid ticket for replacement transport. If part of your journey is on an NS bus, you will not pay extra for your entire trip.
How check in and check out works
How check in and check out works
Check out at the station where you change to the bus. You will find a temporary check-in and check-out device by the bus. Please check in again there. At your destination, check out at the bus stop.
If you continue your journey by train afterwards, please check in again at that station.
Do you have reduced mobility?
Do you have reduced mobility?
- steep steps to get on the bus
- longer walking distances to and from the bus
- possibly more standing while waiting
If you travel by wheelchair or use another aid and we operate buses, you can use our wheelchair taxi free of charge. Call NS Travel Assistance on 030 235 7822 or chat with NS Customer Service.
If you have a visual impairment and need assistance, we will be happy to help you to or from the replacement transport. Call NS Travel Assistance (030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service.
Do I pay extra if I have to detour? If you check in and out at the same stations as usual, you will not pay extra.
Do I pay extra if I have to detour? If you check in and out at the same stations as usual, you will not pay extra.
If you need to detour using another carrier and we advise this, you do not need to check in or out there. Your NS ticket will still be valid.
If you travel by an NS bus, you will not pay more than usual. You do need to check out from the train and check in and out again for the bus.
If more than thirty-five minutes pass between checking out and checking in, you might pay more because it is considered a new journey.
If you have paid too much, please check this questionnaire to see if you are entitled to a refund.
If you have paid too much, please consult the questionnaire to check whether you can claim a refund.