What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Zwolle?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Zwolle is to bus and line 302 bus which costs €23 - €29 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Zwolle?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Zwolle is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Zwolle?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Zwolle. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum via Arnhem, Centraal Station - J and Apeldoorn, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Zwolle?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Zwolle. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Zwolle via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Essen to Zwolle?

The distance between Essen and Zwolle is 183 km. The road distance is 168.9 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Zwolle without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Zwolle without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €21 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Zwolle?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Essen to Zwolle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Zwolle bus from?

Essen to Zwolle bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Zwolle train from?

Essen to Zwolle train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Zwolle?

The best way to get from Essen to Zwolle is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €21 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 302 bus, which costs €23 - €29 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Essen to Zwolle bus arrive?

Essen to Zwolle bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Arnhem Centraal Station.

Where does the Essen to Zwolle train arrive?

Essen to Zwolle train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Zwolle?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Zwolle is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Essen to Zwolle.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Zwolle?

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Essen to Zwolle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 302 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Zwolle by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain Intercity
2h 36m
€21–96
Bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Arnhem Centraal Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Station - Bbus 302
3. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrumbus 210 / ...
3h 5m
€23–29
Drive 168.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Zwollecar 168.9 km
1h 44m
€31–44
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dülmen, Bahnhoftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to Enschedetrain
3. Take the train from Enschede to Zwolletrain
4h 6m
€39–57

Essen to Zwolle by train

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Distance: 183.1 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Zwolle, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Zwolle via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen Hbf to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum via Arnhem Centraal Station, Arnhem, Centraal Station - J, and Apeldoorn, Station in around 3h 5m.

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