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Limburgs Museum
Venlo’s main museum for regional art, archaeology, and cultural history, with strong exhibitions on Limburg and the Maas region.
Cheapest price
CHF75
Average price
CHF76
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo will cost around CHF76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF75.
It's difficult to get from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF14, and a train costs an average of CHF75.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF75 Average price | CHF17 Average price Cheapest | CHF30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo:
A bus is CHF59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo costing on average CHF75.
Other travel options to Venlo take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around CHF75 compared to roughly CHF30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF-45.89. The journey takes 2h 28m versus 1h 54m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 4:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 4:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 5:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 5:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 6:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 6:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 7:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 7:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 8:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 8:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 9:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 9:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:13 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 10:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:43 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h15 | 10:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:58 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h30 | 11:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:04 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h24 | 11:28 PM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:28 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h30 | 11:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:34 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h24 | 11:58 PM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:28 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h30 | 12:58 AM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:34 PM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h24 | 12:58 AM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:58 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 3h00 | 9:58 AM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h54 | 9:58 AM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:28 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 3h00 | 10:28 AM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h54 | 10:28 AM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 3h00 | 10:58 AM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:04 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h54 | 10:58 AM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 3h00 | 11:28 AM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:34 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h54 | 11:28 AM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 3h00 | 11:58 AM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:04 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h54 | 11:58 AM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:28 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 3h00 | 12:28 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:34 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h54 | 12:28 PM Venlo | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:13 AM Rotterdam Alexander | 2h45 | 12:58 PM Venlo | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Capelle aan den IJssel to Venlo run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF75 but you can travel from only CHF14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF75 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Riverside promenade with pleasant walking views over the Maas, especially appealing around sunset and during city events.
Compact old-center walking area where lanes, shops, and heritage buildings create the most rewarding self-guided stroll in Venlo.
Sweet dark rye bread from Limburg, often served with cheese or cold cuts. It is a regional staple with a distinctive dense texture and mildly sweet taste.
Fruit flan from Limburg with apricots, cherries, or plums. This festive tart is iconic in the province and commonly enjoyed with coffee.
Slow-cooked beef in a sweet-sour sauce with vinegar and ontbijtkoek. A classic Limburg comfort dish often served with fries or potatoes.
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