- Must visit
Paleis Het Loo Museum
National museum in a royal palace with lavish rooms, House of Orange history, coaches, and formal gardens. Apeldoorn's essential cultural visit.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Meppel to Apeldoorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.84 (€-4.75). The journey takes 54m versus 49m 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.
Trains from Meppel to Apeldoorn run on average 17 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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National museum in a royal palace with lavish rooms, House of Orange history, coaches, and formal gardens. Apeldoorn's essential cultural visit.
Interactive museum on the Dutch police force with vehicles, uniforms, and crime-fighting history. Especially enjoyable for families and niche museum fans.
Museum dedicated to the paper industry in a historic mill setting. It explains how water power shaped local crafts and regional development.
Major urban park with broad lawns, mature trees, and event space. Popular with locals for walking, relaxing, and everyday city life.
Elegant city park with ponds, lawns, and memorials near the center. Ideal for a relaxed walk and a quick break between urban sights.
Historic central shopping street with monuments, boutiques, and easy access to key sights. It is one of the most practical streets for exploring on foot.
Veluwse wildstoof is a hearty game stew from the Veluwe forests near Apeldoorn, often made with venison or boar and prized in the autumn hunting season.
Hertenbiefstuk is deer steak from the Veluwe region, usually served simply to highlight local game traditions tied to the surrounding woodlands.
Kroketten are a beloved Dutch snack of ragout coated in crumbs and fried. In Apeldoorn they are a familiar café and lunch item locals eat regularly.
Established fine dining venue focused on seasonal ingredients and carefully plated modern cuisine in a calm, upscale atmosphere.
Stylish central restaurant known for refined French and Dutch cooking, good wine, and an elegant but approachable atmosphere.
Well-regarded grand café and restaurant in a historic setting, serving Dutch and European dishes with a lively, polished feel.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips in cafes are optional.
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Apeldoorn Station -> Apeldoorn Marktplein
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Meppel to Apeldoorn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Apeldoorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Meppel to Apeldoorn trains use the Meppel to Apeldoorn De Maten station pair, with some services arriving at Apeldoorn Osseveld. Use this guide to compare Meppel and Apeldoorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Meppel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Meaters Meppel, De Beren
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Meppel. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Meppel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Meppel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Meppel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Meppel: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Reisiger, City Hotel Meppel, Hotel Waanders.
Apeldoorn De Maten is 2 km from Apeldoorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Apeldoorn De Maten has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Apeldoorn De Maten.
Available at Apeldoorn De Maten: Parking, WC.
Available at Apeldoorn De Maten: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Apeldoorn De Maten.
Apeldoorn Osseveld is 2 km from Apeldoorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Apeldoorn Osseveld has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Apeldoorn Osseveld.
ATMs are available at Apeldoorn Osseveld.
Available at Apeldoorn Osseveld: Parking.
Available at Apeldoorn Osseveld: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Apeldoorn Osseveld.
Apeldoorn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Sizzles, Blue Sakura Apeldoorn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Apeldoorn. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Apeldoorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Apeldoorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Apeldoorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Apeldoorn.
Nearby hotels include Hotel et le Café de Paris, Bilderberg Hotel De Keizerskroon, Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Apeldoorn.
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