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

The cheapest way to get from Lelystad to Essen is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lelystad to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Lelystad and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Lelystad to Essen. However, there are services departing from Lelystad Centrum and arriving at Essen Hbf via Zwolle, Arnhem Centraal and Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Lelystad to Essen?

The distance between Lelystad and Essen is 232 km. The road distance is 183.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lelystad to Essen without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 3h 4m and costs €24 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Lelystad to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lelystad to Essen train from?

Lelystad to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Lelystad Centrum station.

Where does the Lelystad to Essen train arrive?

Lelystad to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zwolle station.

Can I drive from Lelystad to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lelystad to Essen is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Lelystad to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2773+ hotels available in Essen.

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Train via Arnhem
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1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice
3h 4m
€24–82
Drive 183.5 km
1. Drive from Lelystad to Essencar 183.5 km
2h 7m
€34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3h 8m
€145–364
Train
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 10m
€25–87
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Enschedetrain
3. Take the train from Enschede to Duelmentrain Re
4. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to Essen Hbftrain Re2
4h 26m
€36–145

Lelystad to Essen by train

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Distance: 232.1 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Lelystad Centrum to Essen Hbf via Zwolle, Arnhem Centraal, and Oberhausen Hbf in around 3h 4m.

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