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Museum Arnhem
Leading Dutch museum for modern and contemporary art, design and sculpture, set in a park with panoramic views.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 47 m
Trains on 03 Sept
2
Distance
137 km
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.
The average ticket from Cologne to Arnhem will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Cologne to Arnhem you need to make at least one change.
89713 · ICE 220
10606 · 20068 · 32232 · IC 3138
89713 · ICE 220
10606 · 20068 · 32232 · IC 3138Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 137 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Cologne to Arnhem:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Arnhem costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Arnhem take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 45m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 6m by train vs 2h 10m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £28 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 Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), 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 Cologne 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 |
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89713 · ICE 220 | On time 8:07 Cologne Hbf | 2h19 | 10:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
10606 · 20068 · 32232 · IC 3138 | 8:25 Cologne Hbf | 3h15 | 11:40 Arnhem station | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Cologne to Arnhem run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 0:49 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Cologne 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 Cologne to Arnhem trains use the Köln Hbf to Arnhem station pair, with some services arriving at Arnhem Zuid. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Arnhem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln 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: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen 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: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
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 Zuid is 4 km from Arnhem city centre. Public transport options include:
Arnhem Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Arnhem Zuid.
ATMs are available at Arnhem Zuid.
Available at Arnhem Zuid: Parking.
Available at Arnhem Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arnhem Zuid.
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.
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