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Shared cars in Arnhem

Two providers are active in Arnhem: Greenwheels and MyWheels. Arnhem is compact enough to cycle around, but a shared car is handy for trips to Nijmegen, the Veluwe or surrounding municipalities.

Providers active in Arnhem
Subscriptions from € 0 per month. On top of that you pay an hourly and a per-kilometre rate. Sign up once, then book directly.

Car ownership in Arnhem

169,364inhabitants
1,733inhabitants per km²
0.8passenger cars per household

Source: Statistics Netherlands (CBS), Key Figures for Districts and Neighbourhoods 2025.

Households in Arnhem own 0.8 cars on average, just below the national average. Much is within cycling or walking distance, and a shared car is mainly useful for the trip you cannot make on foot or by bike.

How it works

A shared car is a car you rent by the hour or the day, parked close to where you live. You do not need to own a car, and you pay only for the time and distance you drive. Getting started takes two steps.

You register once online with your driving licence and payment details. Many providers approve you quickly, though some verify manually. Allow a few minutes to one working day before your account is active.

Once your account is ready, you reserve a car through the app and unlock it with your phone. Pick the car up at the agreed location and return it after your trip. More details are in the guide to your first trip.

Where the cars are parked

Greenwheels uses fixed parking spots. MyWheels uses fixed spots for some cars and zones for others, which can vary even within one town; you return the car to the spot or zone where you picked it up. Check the provider app for cars available near your postcode.

Parking in Arnhem

Arnhem's centre and parts of surrounding neighbourhoods have paid parking zones and a resident permit system. A shared car needs no parking permit of its own: parking costs are already included in the provider's rate.

No permit to apply for, no space to search for. With a shared car, the parking spot is part of the deal.

Which one suits you best?

For occasional shorter trips of a few hours, a free subscription is usually the most economical choice. Drive more often or longer distances, and a monthly subscription can pay for itself quickly. The comparator calculates it precisely for your usage.

Frequently asked questions

Which shared car providers operate in Arnhem?

Greenwheels and MyWheels. Check the provider app for cars available near your address.

What does a shared car cost in Arnhem?

Subscriptions start from € 0 per month. A 2-hour, 25 km trip with a free subscription typically costs € 20-25, depending on provider and car class. The comparator calculates it exactly for your usage.

Is a shared car cheaper than owning a car?

For people who drive less than about 8,000 kilometres per year, a shared car is often already cheaper. Add the fixed costs of owning a car and parking fees in Arnhem, and the comparison quickly favours the shared car.

Do I need a parking permit?

No. The parking spot comes with the car and the costs are included in the rate. You do not need to apply for a permit yourself.

Where are the shared cars parked?

Check the provider app for availability near your postcode.

How many cars do households in Arnhem own?

In Arnhem there are 0.8 passenger cars per household on average (CBS, Key Figures for Districts and Neighbourhoods 2025), fewer than in most Dutch municipalities.

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