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Compare train and bus for Nijmegen to Gouda
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Gouda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Nijmegen to Gouda is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).
This is compared to other travel options from Nijmegen to Gouda:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nijmegen to Gouda costing on average $57 (€47).
The fastest way to travel from Nijmegen to Gouda is by train with an average journey time of 1h 11m.
Other travel options to Gouda take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 46m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nijmegen and Gouda including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nijmegen to Gouda among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (1h 11m by train vs 1h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $57 (€47) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nijmegen to Gouda train times
The table below shows live departures for Nijmegen to Gouda trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 6:13 AM Nijmegen | 1h32 | 7:45 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 6:18 AM Nijmegen | 2h27 | 8:45 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 6:43 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 8:01 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 7:08 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 9:15 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 7:13 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 8:31 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 7:38 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 9:45 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 7:43 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 9:01 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 8:08 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 10:15 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 8:13 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 9:31 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 8:38 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 10:45 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 8:43 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 10:01 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 9:08 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 11:15 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 9:13 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 10:31 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 9:28 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 10:46 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 9:38 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 11:45 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 9:43 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 11:01 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 9:58 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 11:16 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 10:08 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 12:15 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 10:13 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 11:31 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 10:28 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 11:46 AM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 10:38 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 12:45 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 10:43 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 12:01 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 10:58 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 12:16 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 11:08 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 1:15 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 11:13 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 12:31 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 11:28 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 12:46 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 11:38 AM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 1:45 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 11:43 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 1:01 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 11:58 AM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 1:16 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 12:08 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 2:15 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 12:13 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 1:31 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 12:28 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 1:46 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 12:38 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 2:45 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 12:43 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 2:01 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 12:58 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 2:16 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 1:08 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 3:15 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 1:13 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 2:31 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 1:28 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 2:46 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 1:38 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 3:45 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 1:43 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 3:01 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 1:58 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 3:16 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 2:08 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 4:15 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 2:13 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 3:31 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 2:28 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 3:46 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 2:38 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 4:45 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 2:43 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 4:01 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 2:58 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 4:16 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 3:08 PM Nijmegen | 2h07 | 5:15 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 3:13 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 4:31 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
| 3:28 PM Nijmegen | 1h18 | 4:46 PM Gouda | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Nijmegen to Gouda trains with Omio?
Intercity as well as Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Nijmegen to Gouda.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nijmegen to Gouda.
Why book with Omio vs Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Nijmegen to Gouda.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Intercity with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nijmegen to Gouda.
Why book with Omio over Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nijmegen to Gouda.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nijmegen to Gouda
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Trains from Nijmegen to Gouda run on average 220 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 220 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Train companies: Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Nijmegen to Gouda trainsIntercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Nijmegen and Gouda from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
About
Intercity is a widely recognized brand for express train services that connect cities over longer distances, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "Intercity" originated in the United Kingdom in 1966 with British Rail's electrification of the West Coast Main Line, becoming a brand for their main-line passenger routes. Today, Intercity services vary across Europe, with some countries like Switzerland offering modern, high-standard trains, while in others, they may be older compared to newer high-speed options. Many European countries use "InterCity" as an official brand name for regular, long-distance train services meeting specific speed and comfort criteria. For example, PKP Intercity is a major Polish rail operator connecting cities and tourist resorts within Poland and across Europe. Trenitalia's Intercity trains in Italy offer an affordable and widespread means of rail transport, connecting various cities and towns. These trains typically offer Standard and First Class services, with amenities like power sockets and sometimes catering.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Intercity frequency
160 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Trains from Nijmegen to Gouda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nijmegen to Gouda 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 Gouda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Nijmegen to Gouda can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $55 (€45), while the average price is around $57 (€47).
The train from Nijmegen to Gouda takes 1h 18m and runs 220 per day.
The first train from Nijmegen to Gouda leaves at 12:07 AM.
The distance by train from Nijmegen to Gouda is 50 miles (81 km).
The last train from Nijmegen to Gouda leaves at 11:48 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Nijmegen to Gouda.
There is no direct train service currently available from Nijmegen to Gouda.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nijmegen to Gouda.
The cheapest way to get from Nijmegen to Gouda is by bus, with a cost of around $21 (€17).
The train journey from Nijmegen to Gouda offers a pleasant view of the Dutch countryside, passing by picturesque landscapes, rivers, and small towns, providing a peaceful and scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Nijmegen to Gouda is feasible. The journey takes 1h 18m, covering 50 miles (81 km), with 223 train trips available per day.
A visit to Gouda typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its main attractions, including the historic city center, Gouda Cheese Market, and St. John's Church.
Yes, you can take the train from Nijmegen to Gouda.
Since both Nijmegen and Gouda are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Gouda include Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Antwerp, Brussels.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nijmegen to Gouda among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Gouda, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and near popular attractions. Bicycle theft can also occur, so securing bikes properly is advised. There are occasional reports of scams involving overpriced taxi fares or unofficial guides, so it's best to use licensed services and agree on prices upfront. Overall, Gouda is considered safe, but staying aware of personal belongings is important.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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