The average train between Dortmund and Lelystad takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Dortmund to Lelystad. 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 Dortmund and Lelystad. The earliest departure is at 4:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Dortmund is at 10:07 PM which arrives into Lelystad at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dortmund to Lelystad? 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 Dortmund to Lelystad. However, there are services departing from Dortmund station and arriving at Lelystad station via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Dortmund to Lelystad train services, operated by National Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.
Dortmund to Lelystad train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lelystad Centrum station.
Book your Dortmund to Lelystad train tickets online with National Express, VIAS Rail GmbH and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dortmund and Lelystad is 175.4 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Lelystad Centrum via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zwolle in around 3h 41m.