Cologne to Arnhem train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB)

Sun, 26 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Arnhem

Showing times and prices for 26 Jan

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn with connectionIC 2204
09:382h35
Cologne Hbf
12:13Arnhem station
£191One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn with connectionIC 2202
11:462h27
Cologne Hbf
14:13Arnhem station
£221One-way
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 220
08:411h46
Cologne Hbf
10:27Arnhem station
£441One-way
0 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 128
10:411h46
Cologne Hbf
12:27Arnhem station
£441One-way
0 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 126
12:411h46
Cologne Hbf
14:27Arnhem station
£531One-way
0 changes

Cologne to Arnhem train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 26 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 220
Deutsche BahnICE 220
08:41 Cologne Hbf1h46 10:27 Arnhem station0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn with connection
IC 2204
Deutsche BahnIC 2204
09:38 Cologne Hbf2h35 12:13 Arnhem station1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 128
Deutsche BahnICE 128
10:41 Cologne Hbf1h46 12:27 Arnhem station0 changesDirect
Deutsche Bahn with connection
IC 2202
Deutsche BahnIC 2202
11:46 Cologne Hbf2h27 14:13 Arnhem station1 change
Deutsche Bahn
ICE 126
Deutsche BahnICE 126
12:41 Cologne Hbf1h46 14:27 Arnhem station0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cologne to Arnhem?

The best time to book your train from Cologne to Arnhem is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cologne to Arnhem route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cologne to Arnhem per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cologne to Arnhem.

Train times from Cologne to Arnhem

Showing times and prices for 26 Jan

Fastest Journey

1 h 46 m

Average

2 h 4 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

137 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne for Arnhem every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Deutsche BahnICE 220
08:411h46
Cologne Hbf
10:27Arnhem station
£441One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Deutsche BahnICE 128
10:411h46
Cologne Hbf
12:27Arnhem station
£441One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Deutsche BahnICE 126
12:411h46
Cologne Hbf
14:27Arnhem station
£531One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn with connectionIC 2202
11:462h27
Cologne Hbf
14:13Arnhem station
£221One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn with connectionIC 2204
09:382h35
Cologne Hbf
12:13Arnhem station
£191One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Arnhem

Trains from Cologne to Arnhem run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by bus.
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
Coach from £11
Distance
136 km
Average train duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Train providers
4
Fastest train
1h 37m
First train
03:56
Last train
20:54
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
Coach from £11

Train providers: VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet trains Cologne to Arnhem

VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Cologne and Arnhem from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main operator of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Cologne and Arnhem. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Cologne to Arnhem with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 46 min
  • Cheapest Price: £25
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Cologne to Arnhem train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Arnhem easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Arnhem.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Arnhem can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Arnhem is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cologne to Arnhem train travel time is 1 h 37 min   for the 84 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cologne to Arnhem leaves at 00: 24. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Cologne to Arnhem leaves at 23: 53.
There are 16 trains a day from Cologne to Arnhem which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Cologne to Arnhem train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn or National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Arnhem from Cologne to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 53.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Cologne Hbf, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Arnhem, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Arnhem from Cologne is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 37 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cologne to Arnhem by train is November.
You have options as you can travel to Arnhem from Cologne 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Arnhem

Cologne
Arnhem
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Messe/Deutz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Messe/Deutz for your trip from Cologne to Arnhem.
Köln Messe/DeutzWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Imbiss Athena
  • Arena Grill
  • Cafe Especial
  • Joe Champs
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pension Helenenwall
  • Zur guten Quelle
  • Zum Goldenen Hut
  • Merlin
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
The major train station for arrivals in Arnhem is Arnhem. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Arnhem for your journey to Arnhem from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility

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