How to travel from Lelystad to Zwolle, Netherlands
The distance between Lelystad and Zwolle is around 49km (30 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 26min.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Lelystad to Zwolle by train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Zwolle → Lelystad if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Zwolle.
- Duration26min
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost€12($12)
Taxi
Take a taxi to Zwolle.
- Duration42min
- Departson demand
- Typical cost€150($150)
Taxi Direct Lelystad
+ 1 othersFrequently asked questionsabout travel between Lelystad and Zwolle
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lelystad to Zwolle by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €12 ($12) and will take around 26min.
The distance between Lelystad and Zwolle is around 49km (30 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 42km (26 miles)
It takes around 26min to get from Lelystad and Zwolle by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 42min to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Lelystad to Zwolle is to take the train which takes around 26min and will set you back approx €12 ($12).
The cheapest way to travel between Lelystad and Zwolle, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €12 ($12) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Lelystad and Zwolle. It typically takes around 26min and departs every 20 mins.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Lelystad and Zwolle with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 26min.
Dutch Railways run train services between Lelystad and Zwolle. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 26min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lelystad and Zwolle. We recommend that you take the train to Zwolle. instead which will take 26min.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lelystad to Zwolle. We recommend that you take the train to Zwolle. instead which will take 26min.
The closest major airport to Zwolle is Eelde Airport (GRQ) (GRQ) which is approximately 75km (47 miles) from Zwolle. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) (AMS) and Eindhoven Airport (EIN) (EIN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Lelystad and Zwolle. The distance is around 53km (33 miles) by road and it will take around 42min in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lelystad to Zwolle is to take the train which takes, on average, 26min and will usually cost around €12 ($12).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lelystad and Zwolle
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 26min | €12($12) | every 20 mins | 49km (30 miles) |
Taxi | 42min | €150($150) | on demand | 53km (33 miles) |
Drive | 42min | €11($11) | on demand | 53km (33 miles) |
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Airports near Zwolle
The following major airports near Zwolle offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Netherlands and internationally.
Eelde Airport (GRQ)
- Distance
- 75km (47 miles) from Zwolle
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Distance
- 93km (58 miles) from Zwolle
Eindhoven Airport (EIN)
- Distance
- 126km (79 miles) from Zwolle