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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
£22
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund to Arnhem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Arnhem will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Dortmund to Arnhem you need to make at least one change.
26804 · IC 60402
31247 · ICE 222
31259 · ICE 126
ICE 217 · ICE 220
31255 · ICE 128
ICE 217 · ICE 220
31247 · ICE 222
31255 · ICE 128
31259 · ICE 126
26804 · IC 60402Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Arnhem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. 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 coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 119 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£45 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Arnhem trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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26804 · IC 60402 | Delayed 5:45 Dortmund Hbf | 1h58 | 5:43 5:43Arnhem station | 1 change | |
31247 · ICE 222 | On time 6:33 Dortmund Hbf | 1h53 | 8:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
ICE 217 · ICE 220 | On time 8:40 Dortmund Hbf | 1h46 | 10:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
31255 · ICE 128 | On time 10:33 Dortmund Hbf | 1h53 | 12:26 Arnhem station | 1 change | |
31259 · ICE 126 | On time 12:33 Dortmund Hbf | 1h53 | 14:26 Arnhem station | 1 change |
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Trains from Dortmund to Arnhem run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund to Arnhem trains use the Dortmund Hbf to Arnhem station pair, with some services arriving at Arnhem Zuid. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Arnhem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Derne is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Derne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Derne. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Derne.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Derne. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Derne.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Derne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Derne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Derne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Derne.
Dortmund-Mengede is 8 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Mengede 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: The Greek, Peking Garden, Piccola Enzo, Restaurant Symbol
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Mengede. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Mengede. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Mengede: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Mengede.
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 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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