The average train between Bruges and Arnhem takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Bruges to Arnhem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bruges and Arnhem. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Arnhem at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bruges to Arnhem? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Arnhem. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Arnhem station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Bruges to Arnhem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Arnhem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.
Book your Bruges to Arnhem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Bruges and Arnhem is 204.4 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Arnhem Centraal via Anvers-Central and Breda in around 4h 11m.