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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arnhem to Zutphen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 27 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Arnhem to Zutphen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (25m by train vs 38m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £6 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.
How to get to Zutphen from Arnhem by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Arnhem to Zutphen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Zutphen are Deventer, Apeldoorn, Arnhem, Nijmegen and Doetinchem. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Zutphen on Omio.
Deventer is a historic IJssel city known for its Hanseatic past, mediaeval streets and handsome brick squares. The annual Dickens Festijn and the local Deventer koek add character to its relaxed, bookish atmosphere.
Apeldoorn is a green, spacious city on the Veluwe, known for Paleis Het Loo and royal history. Broad avenues, parks and nearby woodland give it a calm, outdoorsy feel.
Arnhem is a green Rhine city known for the Battle of Arnhem, fashion and nearby Hoge Veluwe. Its rebuilt centre, lively squares and museums give it a relaxed cultural character.
Nijmegen is the Netherlands' oldest city, known for Roman history, a lively student scene and its setting on the River Waal. Historic streets, green parks and busy cafés give it an easy-going character.
Doetinchem is the main town of the Achterhoek, known for its relaxed centre, market days and football culture. With green surroundings and a rebuilt post-war heart, it feels practical, local and distinctly eastern Dutch.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Arnhem and Zutphen as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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