How to travel from Zwolle to Lelystad, Netherlands
The distance between Zwolle and Lelystad is around 49km (30 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 25min.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Zwolle to Lelystad 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 Lelystad → Zwolle if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Lelystad Centrum.
- Duration25min
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost€12($12)
Taxi
Take a taxi to Lelystad.
- Duration42min
- Departson demand
- Typical cost€150($150)
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+ 2 othersFrequently asked questionsabout travel between Zwolle and Lelystad
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Zwolle to Lelystad by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €12 ($12) and will take around 25min.
The distance between Zwolle and Lelystad is around 49km (30 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 42km (26 miles)
It takes around 25min to get from Zwolle and Lelystad by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 42min to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Zwolle to Lelystad is to take the train which takes around 25min and will set you back approx €12 ($12).
The cheapest way to travel between Zwolle and Lelystad, 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 Zwolle and Lelystad. It typically takes around 25min and departs every 20 mins.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Zwolle and Lelystad with no changeovers required. The train runs every 20 mins and takes 25min.
Dutch Railways run train services between Zwolle and Lelystad. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 25min, 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 Zwolle and Lelystad. We recommend that you take the train to Lelystad Centrum. instead which will take 25min.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Zwolle to Lelystad. We recommend that you take the train to Lelystad Centrum. instead which will take 25min.
The closest major airport to Lelystad is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) (AMS) which is approximately 54km (33 miles) from Lelystad. Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) (RTM) and Eelde Airport (GRQ) (GRQ) 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 Zwolle and Lelystad. 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 Zwolle to Lelystad is to take the train which takes, on average, 25min and will usually cost around €12 ($12).
Compare travel optionsbetween Zwolle and Lelystad
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 25min | €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 Lelystad
The following major airports near Lelystad offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Netherlands and internationally.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Distance
- 54km (33 miles) from Lelystad
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
- Distance
- 95km (59 miles) from Lelystad
Eelde Airport (GRQ)
- Distance
- 100km (62 miles) from Lelystad