The average train between Assen and Leiden takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Assen to Leiden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Assen and Leiden. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Assen is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Leiden at 6:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 17m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Assen to Leiden? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Assen to Leiden. However, there are services departing from Assen station and arriving at Amsterdam Zuid station via Amsterdam Zuid station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Assen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Assen station.
Assen to Leiden train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Zuid station.
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The distance between Assen and Leiden is 168 km. The road distance is 195 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Assen to Amsterdam Zuid hourly. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Arriva NL also services this route once a week.