1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
1 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
1 h 10 m
Trains on 03 Sept
8
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 8 trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 86 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Arnhem take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 30m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 16m by train vs 1h 17m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £19 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 Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:35 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h10 | 8:45 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:26 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h06 | 9:32 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:17 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h28 | 10:45 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:18 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h11 | 10:29 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:18 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h11 | 11:29 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h10 | 12:15 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 1h14 | 15:29 Arnhem | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 09:46. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 9:46 |
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Discover the best of Arnhem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arnhem trip today.
Leading Dutch museum for modern and contemporary art, design and sculpture, set in a park with panoramic views.
Compact museum in the old gatehouse telling the story of the Battle of Arnhem near the famous bridge.
Museum on Dutch wine history and viticulture, with cellars, tools and tastings in a distinctive local setting.
Expansive English landscape park with lawns, water features, art and hilltop viewpoints close to the centre.
Popular riverside quay with terraces, views of the John Frost Bridge and an easy walk along the water.
Lively central square framed by historic buildings, markets and cafés, useful for atmosphere and people-watching.
Thin buckwheat pancakes from Gelderland, traditionally eaten warm with syrup or savoury fillings. They are a regional farmhouse speciality around Arnhem.
A rich beef stew from the Arnhem and Veluwe area, slowly braised with dark beer or vinegar. It is traditional comfort food in local brown cafés.
A Dutch sausage linked to Gelderland, lightly smoked and usually served with stamppot or bread. It is a familiar regional everyday dish.
Stylish city-centre restaurant known for refined seasonal cooking and a calm modern setting, suitable for a longer dinner.
Well-known steakhouse by the Rhine, popular for grilled meats, generous portions and a lively waterside atmosphere.
Casual Dutch pancake house in Sonsbeek Park, ideal for poffertjes and pancakes in a relaxed green setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are similar to other Dutch cities, while local buses and trains are efficient but not especially cheap for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is appreciated.
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Arnhem Centraal -> Arnhem city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport 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.

Most Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Arnhem trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Arnhem station pair, with some services arriving at Arnhem Velperpoort. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Arnhem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Arnhem Velperpoort has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Arnhem Velperpoort.
ATMs are available at Arnhem Velperpoort.
Available at Arnhem Velperpoort: Parking, WC.
Available at Arnhem Velperpoort: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arnhem Velperpoort.
Arnhem Presikhaaf is 2 km from Arnhem city centre. Public transport options include:
Arnhem Presikhaaf has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Arnhem Presikhaaf.
ATMs are available at Arnhem Presikhaaf.
Available at Arnhem Presikhaaf: Parking.
Available at Arnhem Presikhaaf: Bike Parking.
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