Driving from Oberhausen to Venlo
Venlo lies 50 km (31 mi) west of Oberhausen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 45 min without stops, over roughly 61 km (38 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Oberhausen | Venlo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | The Netherlands |
| Population | 219,176 | 101,988 |
| Elevation | 44 m (144 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Postal codes | 46045–86697 | 5911–5928 |
What changes when you arrive in Venlo
Crossing from Germany into The Netherlands: the dialling code becomes +31; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book car hire from Oberhausen to Venlo
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Staying in Venlo
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Common questions
How far is Venlo from Oberhausen?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, west of Oberhausen; by road roughly 61 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Oberhausen to Venlo by car?
About 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Oberhausen and Venlo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Venlo?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.