How to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem by metro and train?

From Rotterdam to Arnhem by metro and train

To get from Rotterdam to Arnhem in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 train lines: take the D metro from Zuidplein station to Rotterdam Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Arnhem Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Arnhem on the Moovit app.

120min
Metro - D
Metro - D
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - D
    Wait for metro
    D
    Rotterdam Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Rotterdam Centraal
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    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rotterdam Centraal
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    37 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 8
    Ride to train station Arnhem Centraal
    Ride to train station
    Arnhem Centraal
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rotterdam to Arnhem by metro and train via E, IC and IC

To get from Rotterdam to Arnhem in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 train lines: take the E metro from Zuidplein station to Den Haag Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Arnhem Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Arnhem on the Moovit app.

143min
Metro - E
Metro - E
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - E
    Wait for metro
    E
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Den Haag Centraal
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Den Haag Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Groningen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    37 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 8
    Ride to train station Arnhem Centraal
    Ride to train station
    Arnhem Centraal
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rotterdam to Arnhem

The distance between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Arnhem, Netherlands is approximately 117.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 120 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rotterdam to Arnhem by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Rotterdam to Arnhem

To check the metro and train schedule from Rotterdam to Arnhem using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rotterdam) and destination (Arnhem), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest metro and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Rotterdam to Arnhem by metro and train via E, IC and IC

To get from Rotterdam to Arnhem in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 train lines: take the E metro from Zuidplein station to Den Haag Centraal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Utrecht Centraal station to Arnhem Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The metro and train schedule from Rotterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Arnhem on the Moovit app.

143min
Metro - E
Metro - E
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Zuidplein

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Rotterdam
  • 2
    Metro - E
    Wait for metro
    E
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Den Haag Centraal
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Den Haag Centraal
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Groningen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    37 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Arnhem Centraal
  • 8
    Ride to train station Arnhem Centraal
    Ride to train station
    Arnhem Centraal
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem?

    The fastest way takes 120 minutes, using Metro line D, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rotterdam to Arnhem?

    The alternative route takes 143 minutes, using Metro line E, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct metro between Rotterdam and Arnhem in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 120 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Rotterdam to Arnhem in Netherlands?

    The D metro line goes from Rotterdam Centraal station near Rotterdam to Rotterdam Centraal station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Rotterdam Centraal station near Arnhem in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rotterdam to Arnhem in Netherlands by metro and train?

    The total travel time between Rotterdam and Arnhem in Netherlands by metro and train is about 120 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Rotterdam to get to Arnhem in Netherlands?

    Get on the D metro from the Rotterdam Centraal station near Rotterdam in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Rotterdam and Arnhem in Netherlands?

    Get off the metro at the Rotterdam Centraal station, which is closest to Arnhem in Netherlands.

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