What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Arnhem?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Arnhem is to rideshare which costs €10 - €15 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Arnhem?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Arnhem is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Arnhem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Arnhem Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Arnhem?

The distance between Cologne and Arnhem is 162 km. The road distance is 164.1 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Arnhem without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Arnhem without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €26 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Arnhem?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Arnhem Centraal takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Arnhem train from?

Cologne to Arnhem train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Arnhem train arrive?

Cologne to Arnhem train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Arnhem?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Arnhem is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Cologne to Arnhem.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Arnhem?

Book your Cologne to Arnhem train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Arnhem?

There are 846+ hotels available in Arnhem.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Arnhem?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Arnhem. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Arnhem - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Arnhem by train, bus, car, train (Eurostar), or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem CentraalIce / ...
1h 37m
€26–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Arnhem163.8 km
2h
€10–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf78 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oberhausen central train station to Arnhem Central Station056
3h 3m
€21–60
Drive 164.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Arnhem164.1 km
1h 33m
€29–42
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf FlughafenRe
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Arnhem CentraalRe / ...
2h 48m
€28–82

Cologne to Arnhem by train

131Weekly Trains

1h 37mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.2 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Arnhem, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €26–85 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route every 3 hours.

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