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Valkhof Museum
Museum in Valkhof Park presenting Roman finds, archaeology, and old masters. A strong introduction to Nijmegen’s long urban history.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hengelo to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 80 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£21 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m 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 Hengelo to Nijmegen:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hengelo to Nijmegen costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 47m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 23m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £17 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.
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.
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Trains from Hengelo to Nijmegen run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Museum in Valkhof Park presenting Roman finds, archaeology, and old masters. A strong introduction to Nijmegen’s long urban history.
Specialist museum on electronic music instruments, synthesizers, and sound culture. An unusual local favourite for music and design fans.
Contemporary art space known for changing exhibitions, talks, and experimental work. Good for visitors seeking current local and international art.
Large riverside park around castle remains and terraces above the Waal. Ideal for walks, picnics, and combining history with city views.
Popular riverside promenade on the north bank opposite the old city. Visit for broad Waal views, modern architecture, and an easy stroll.
Historic central square lined with civic buildings and terraces. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre and nearby sights.
A thin Dutch pancake served sweet or savoury. It is a long-standing favourite in Gelderland and widely eaten in Nijmegen pancake houses.
Small fluffy pancakes traditionally served with butter and icing sugar. A classic Dutch treat found at markets and cafés across Nijmegen.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A traditional Dutch snack commonly eaten in cafés and bars in Nijmegen.
Stylish restaurant focused on seasonal French and Dutch cooking with an intimate setting suitable for a refined dinner.
Casual local favourite for fries and Dutch snacks, ideal for trying a kroket or other classic fast-food specialities.
Historic brewery pub known for locally brewed beer, classic Dutch dishes and a lively riverside atmosphere in the centre.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses, trains and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
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 fine.
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Nijmegen Centraal -> Grote Markt, Nijmegen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hengelo to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hengelo to Nijmegen trains use the Hengelo to Nijmegen station pair, with some services arriving at Nijmegen Heyendaal. Use this guide to compare Hengelo and Nijmegen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hengelo Oost is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Oost has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Oost.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Oost.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Oost.
Hengelo 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: IKEA Restaurant Hengelo, Restaurant Intenzo, Humphrey's Hengelo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hengelo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hengelo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hengelo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hengelo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Hengelo, City Hotel Hengelo, Stravinsky Eten · Drinken · Slapen.
Hengelo Gezondheidspark is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Gezondheidspark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Parking.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Nijmegen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Wally, De Hemel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nijmegen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nijmegen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nijmegen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nijmegen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Credible, Hotel Oranjestaete, Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre.
Nijmegen Heyendaal is 2 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Heyendaal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Parking.
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Nijmegen Lent is 2 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Lent has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Lent.
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Lent.
Available at Nijmegen Lent: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Lent.
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