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Museum Arnhem
Leading Dutch museum for modern and contemporary art, design and sculpture, set in a park with panoramic views.
Trains from Elst to Arnhem run on average 10 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 11m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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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 Elst 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 Elst to Arnhem trains use the Elst to Arnhem station pair, with some services arriving at Arnhem Velperpoort. Use this guide to compare Elst and Arnhem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Elst has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Elst.
ATMs are available at Elst.
Available at Elst: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Elst.
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.
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