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Nederlands Openluchtmuseum
Large open-air museum showcasing historic Dutch buildings, crafts, and daily life. One of Arnhem’s best-known cultural attractions and especially strong for families and first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gelsenkirchen for Arnhem on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem costing on average $68 (€55).
Other travel options to Arnhem take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-42.15 (€-34.50). The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 26m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:01 AM Gelsenkirchen | 1h25 | 9:26 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem 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 Arnhem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Gelsenkirchen to Arnhem trains use the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Arnhem station pair. Use this guide to compare Gelsenkirchen and Arnhem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Wanne-Eickel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Arnhem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Verheyden, Dudok Arnhem
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Arnhem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arnhem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arnhem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arnhem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arnhem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Arnhem, Hotel Haarhuis, Best Western Plus Hotel Haarhuis.
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