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Compare train and coach for Zwolle to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zwolle to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £48, while a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 133 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 33m.
Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-18.71. The journey takes 2h 47m versus 2h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get to Essen from Zwolle by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Zwolle to Essen is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
8:203h15Zwolle11:35Essen£531One-way0 changes
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Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 33m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 1 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zwolle and Essen as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Zwolle station and arrive in Essen Hbf.
- Travel with VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn to go to Essen by train.
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