The cheapest and fastest trains from Schiphol to Arnhem
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schiphol to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to Arnhem will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 9 trains that leave Schiphol for Arnhem on Mon, May 25, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
10:23 AM1h15Schiphol11:38 AMArnhem$311One-way0 transfers
7:33 PM1h11Schiphol8:44 PMArnhem$311One-way0 transfers
4:42 PM1h17Schiphol5:59 PMArnhem$311One-way0 transfers
9:26 AM1h06Schiphol10:32 AMArnhem$321One-way0 transfers
7:35 AM1h10Schiphol8:45 AMArnhem$321One-way0 transfers
9:26 AM1h06Schiphol10:32 AMArnhem$321One-way0 transfers
8:26 AM1h06Schiphol9:32 AMArnhem$321One-way0 transfers
7:35 AM1h10Schiphol8:45 AMArnhem$321One-way0 transfers
7:33 PM1h11Schiphol8:44 PMArnhem$311One-way0 transfers
8:33 AM1h11Schiphol9:44 AMArnhem$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Schiphol to Arnhem
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Schiphol to Arnhem:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Arnhem costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Arnhem take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 25m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 11m by train vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $25 (€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.
Direct services run with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity.
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
Schiphol to Arnhem train times
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol to Arnhem trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:35 AM Schiphol | 1h10 | 8:45 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:26 AM Schiphol | 1h06 | 9:32 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Schiphol | 1h11 | 9:44 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Schiphol | 1h23 | 10:15 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:18 AM Schiphol | 1h11 | 10:29 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:26 AM Schiphol | 1h06 | 10:32 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:23 AM Schiphol | 1h15 | 11:38 AM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:42 PM Schiphol | 1h17 | 5:59 PM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 PM Schiphol | 1h11 | 8:44 PM Arnhem | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs NS International | IC Brussel?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for NS International | IC Brussel, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity or Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Schiphol to Arnhem.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schiphol to Arnhem
Trains from Schiphol to Arnhem run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity from Schiphol to Arnhem trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity trains will get you between Schiphol and Arnhem from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Schiphol to Arnhem
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Schiphol to Arnhem
- 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
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