The cheapest and fastest trains from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn without transferring at least once.
2:35 AM4h18Arnhem6:53 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
6:30 AM1h23Arnhem7:53 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
7:00 AM1h23Arnhem8:23 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
7:30 AM1h23Arnhem8:53 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
8:15 AM1h08Arnhem9:23 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
8:46 AM1h07Arnhem9:53 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
9:16 AM1h07Arnhem10:23 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
9:46 AM1h07Arnhem10:53 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
10:16 AM1h07Arnhem11:23 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
10:46 AM1h07Arnhem11:53 AMAlphen A/d Rijn$551One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Alphen aan den Rijn take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.89 (€-4.82). The journey takes 2h 34m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn train times
The table below shows live departures for Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:35 AM Arnhem | 4h18 | 6:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Arnhem | 1h23 | 7:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Arnhem | 1h23 | 8:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Arnhem | 1h23 | 8:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Arnhem | 1h08 | 9:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:46 AM Arnhem | 1h07 | 9:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:16 AM Arnhem | 1h07 | 10:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:46 AM Arnhem | 1h07 | 10:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:16 AM Arnhem | 1h07 | 11:23 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:46 AM Arnhem | 1h07 | 11:53 AM Alphen A/d Rijn | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn
Trains from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn run on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 36 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Arnhem and Alphen aan den Rijn from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alphen aan den Rijn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arnhem to Alphen aan den Rijn
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main entrance
- Restaurant Verheyden
- Dudok Arnhem
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.70
- Holiday Inn Express Arnhem
- Hotel Haarhuis
- Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis
- Located in the main hall
- 5,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Line 1, Line 3, Line 5
- Train: NS services
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Stationsplein
- Restaurant De Vrienden
- Brasserie Buuren
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.70
- Hotel Alphen
- Van der Valk Hotel Avifauna
- Hotel de Utrechtsche Dom
- Located in the main hall
- 186 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Sprinter services to Leiden, Utrecht, and Gouda
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Sprinter services
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