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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem is to train via Utrecht which takes 1h 16m and costs €25 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Arnhem?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam to Arnhem station. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoom and arriving at Arnhem Centraal Station via Utrecht Centraal station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Arnhem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Arnhem Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Arnhem?

The distance between Rotterdam and Arnhem is 112 km. The road distance is 112.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem without a car is to train via Utrecht which takes 1h 16m and costs €25 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Arnhem bus from?

Rotterdam to Arnhem bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoom station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Arnhem train from?

Rotterdam to Arnhem train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Arnhem?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem is to train via Utrecht which takes 1h 16m and costs €25 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Arnhem bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Arnhem bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Arnhem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Arnhem?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Arnhem is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Rotterdam to Arnhem.

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

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Where can I stay near Arnhem?

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Rotterdam to Arnhem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Utrecht
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
1h 16m
€26–29
Drive 112.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Arnhemcar 112.8 km
1h 21m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoom to Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijdebus 388
2. Take the bus from Utrecht Centraal station to Arnhem Centraal Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
3h 20m
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2h 5m
€25

Rotterdam to Arnhem by train

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1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Arnhem, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Arnhem Centraal via Utrecht Centraal in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam, Kralingse Zoom to Arnhem Centraal Station via Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde and Utrecht Centraal station in around 3h 20m.

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