Maastricht to Nijmegen train with Arriva NS

Thu, Sep 24
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Maastricht to Nijmegen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 24

Cheapest price on Sep 24

€27

Average ticket price on Sep 24

€27

Fastest journey on Sep 24

1 h 51 m

Average journey duration on Sep 24

1 h 51 m

Trains on Sep 24

15

Distance

111 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht to Nijmegen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Maastricht to Nijmegen will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Maastricht to Nijmegen without transferring at least once.

  • Arriva NSST 32416 · ST 32220
    6:05 AM2h13
    Maastricht Randwyck
    8:18 AMNijmegen Heyendaal
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva NSST 32414 · ST 32218
    5:35 AM2h13
    Maastricht Randwyck
    7:48 AMNijmegen Heyendaal
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva NSS 18909+NS DomesticIC 2720+Arriva NSST 32218
    5:42 AM2h06
    Maastricht Randwyck
    7:48 AMNijmegen Heyendaal
    271One-way
    2 transfers
  • Arriva NSST 32418 · ST 32222
    6:35 AM2h13
    Maastricht Randwyck
    8:48 AMNijmegen Heyendaal
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva NSS 18913 · ST 32222+NS DomesticIC 2724
    6:42 AM2h06
    Maastricht Randwyck
    8:48 AMNijmegen Heyendaal
    271One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Maastricht to Nijmegen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 111 km

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Train
Bus
Driving

€27

Average price

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€27

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

2h 12m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Arriva NS

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Maastricht to Nijmegen is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Nijmegen:

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Nijmegen costing on average €27.

The fastest way to travel from Maastricht to Nijmegen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Maastricht and Nijmegen including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Maastricht to Nijmegen train times

The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Nijmegen trains for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
NS DomesticIC 2728+Arriva NSST 322268:01 AM Maastricht station
1h51
9:52 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32424 · ST 322288:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h13
10:18 AM Nijmegen Heyendaal1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32424 · ST 322288:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h17
10:22 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 2730+Arriva NSST 322288:31 AM Maastricht station
1h51
10:22 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32426 · ST 322308:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h17
10:52 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32426 · ST 322308:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h13
10:48 AM Nijmegen Heyendaal1 transfer
Arriva NSS 18921+NS DomesticIC 2732+Arriva NSST 322308:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h10
10:52 AM Nijmegen station2 transfers
Arriva NSS 18921+NS DomesticIC 2732+Arriva NSST 322308:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h06
10:48 AM Nijmegen Heyendaal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 2732+Arriva NSST 322309:01 AM Maastricht station
1h51
10:52 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32428 · ST 322329:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h17
11:22 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32428 · ST 322329:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h13
11:18 AM Nijmegen Heyendaal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 2734+Arriva NSST 322329:31 AM Maastricht station
1h51
11:22 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32430 · ST 322349:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h17
11:52 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer
Arriva NSST 32430 · ST 322349:35 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h13
11:48 AM Nijmegen Heyendaal1 transfer
Arriva NSS 18925+NS DomesticIC 2736+Arriva NSST 322349:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h06
11:48 AM Nijmegen Heyendaal2 transfers
Arriva NSS 18925+NS DomesticIC 2736+Arriva NSST 322349:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck
2h10
11:52 AM Nijmegen station2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 2736+Arriva NSST 3223410:01 AM Maastricht station
1h51
11:52 AM Nijmegen station1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Maastricht to Nijmegen

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Trains from Maastricht to Nijmegen run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16
Distance
111 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€27
Trains per day
21
Fastest train
1h 46m
First train
5:40 AM
Last train
10:29 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16

Train companies: Arriva NS, NS Domestic from Maastricht to Nijmegen trainsArriva NS, NS Domestic trains will get you between Maastricht and Nijmegen from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Arriva NS

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Arriva NS Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Arriva NS Price
€27
Arriva NS frequency
15 a day

NS Domestic

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
€27
NS Domestic frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Maastricht to Nijmegen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Maastricht to Nijmegen can start from as little as €27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Maastricht to Nijmegen is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Maastricht to Nijmegen is 1h 46m to travel the 111 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Maastricht to Nijmegen leaves at 5:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Maastricht to Nijmegen leaves at 10:29 PM.
There are 21 trains a day from Maastricht to Nijmegen which require at least one change with Arriva NS, NS Domestic. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Maastricht to Nijmegen, you can count on Arriva NS, NS Domestic for the best way to get you to Nijmegen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Maastricht and Nijmegen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Nijmegen from Maastricht is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 46m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Maastricht to Nijmegen is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Maastricht and Nijmegen including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Maastricht to Nijmegen

Most Maastricht to Nijmegen trains use the Maastricht Randwyck to Nijmegen station pair, with some services arriving at Nijmegen Heyendaal. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Nijmegen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Maastricht
Arrival train stations in Nijmegen

Which Maastricht station do trains to Nijmegen leave from?

Trains from Maastricht to Nijmegen leave from Maastricht Randwyck. The station is 2 km from Maastricht city centre at Maastricht Randwyck railway station, Randwyck, Maastricht, Netherlands.
Maastricht RandwyckMaastricht Randwyck railway station, Randwyck, Maastricht, NetherlandsWifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Maastricht Randwyck from Maastricht city centre

Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStoptrein RS12, Stoptrein RS18, Sneltrein RE18 · 3m · €1 · every ~11 min
Bus10 · 9m · €2 · every ~6 min

Maastricht Randwyck train station facilities and services

Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.

MaastrichtStationsplein 29, 6221 BT Maastricht, Netherlands+31 30 235 7822WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Maastricht from Maastricht city centre

Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus20a, 206, 45, 62, 63 · 4m · €2 · every ~12 min
3, 7 · 6m · €2 · every ~7 min

Maastricht train station facilities and services

Maastricht 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.

Maastricht Noord6222 AN Maastricht, NetherlandsParkingAccessibilityHotelCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Maastricht Noord from Maastricht city centre

Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStoptrein RS18 · 3m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus10, 3 · 11m · €2 · every ~7 min

Maastricht Noord train station facilities and services

Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, and Car Rental.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.

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