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Trip Overview

The average train between Assen and Essen takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Assen to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 58m
Duration
269 km
Distance
€48
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Assen to Essen train times

Trains run twice daily between Assen and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Assen is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Zwolle and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)8h 32m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express3h 15m • 3 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)4h 2m • 3 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)National Express3h 15m • 3 changes
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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)3h 56m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Assen to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 268.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Assen, Netherlands and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Assen to Essen Hbf via Zwolle, Arnhem Centraal, and Duisburg Hbf in around 3h 30m.

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