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 B metro from Nieuw Verlaat station to Alexander station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the ICE train from Utrecht Centraal station to Arnhem Centraal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 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.

88min
Walk to metro stationMetro - B
Metro - B
Train - IC
IC
Train - ICEICE
Leaves from Nieuw Verlaat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Nieuw Verlaat
    850 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Metro - B
    Wait for metro
    B
    Voorschoterlaan
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Alexander
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    29 min
  • 6
    Train - ICEICE
    Wait for train
    ICE
    München Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Arnhem Centraal
    Ride to train station
    Arnhem Centraal
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Rotterdam to Arnhem by metro and train via B, 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 B metro from Nieuw Verlaat station to Alexander 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 1 hr 56 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.

116min
Walk to metro stationMetro - B
Metro - B
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Nieuw Verlaat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Nieuw Verlaat
    850 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Metro - B
    Wait for metro
    B
    Voorschoterlaan
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Alexander
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    29 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 7
    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 105.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 88 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 B, 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 B metro from Nieuw Verlaat station to Alexander 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 1 hr 56 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.

116min
Walk to metro stationMetro - B
Metro - B
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Nieuw Verlaat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Nieuw Verlaat
    850 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Metro - B
    Wait for metro
    B
    Voorschoterlaan
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Alexander
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Enschede
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Utrecht Centraal
    29 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Nijmegen
  • 7
    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 88 minutes, using Metro line B, Train line IC, Train line ICE.

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

    The alternative route takes 116 minutes, using Metro line B, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct metro between Rotterdam and Arnhem?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Rotterdam to Arnhem?

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

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

    The total travel time between Rotterdam in Rotterdam and Arnhem in Netherlands by metro and train is about 1 hr 28 min.

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

    Get on the B metro from the Nieuw Verlaat station near Rotterdam in Rotterdam.

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

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

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