What is the cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Assen?

The cheapest way to get from Alkmaar to Assen is to bus which costs €28 - €40 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Assen?

The fastest way to get from Alkmaar to Assen is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Alkmaar and Assen?

No, there is no direct bus from Alkmaar to Assen. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade and arriving at Assen, Triade via Leeuwarden, Busstation and Drachten, Transferium Oost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Alkmaar and Assen?

No, there is no direct train from Alkmaar to Assen. However, there are services departing from Alkmaar and arriving at Assen via Amsterdam Centraal and Almere Centrum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Alkmaar to Assen?

The distance between Alkmaar and Assen is 219 km. The road distance is 173.7 km.

How do I travel from Alkmaar to Assen without a car?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Assen without a car is to train via Almere Stad which takes 3h 14m and costs €35 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Alkmaar to Assen?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Alkmaar to Assen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Assen bus from?

Alkmaar to Assen bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade station.

Where do I catch the Alkmaar to Assen train from?

Alkmaar to Assen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Alkmaar station.

Train or bus from Alkmaar to Assen?

The best way to get from Alkmaar to Assen is to train via Almere Stad which takes 3h 14m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Alkmaar to Assen bus arrive?

Alkmaar to Assen bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Leeuwarden, Busstation.

Where does the Alkmaar to Assen train arrive?

Alkmaar to Assen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Alkmaar to Assen?

Yes, the driving distance between Alkmaar to Assen is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Alkmaar to Assen.

Where can I stay near Assen?

There are 853+ hotels available in Assen.

Alkmaar to Assen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alkmaar to Assen by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Almere Stad
best
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Almere Centrum to Assentrain Intercity
3h 14m
€38–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Leeuwarden, Busstationbus 350
2. Take the bus from Drachten, Transferium Oost to Assen, Triadebus 380
3h 58m
€29–37
Drive 173.7 km
1. Drive from Alkmaar to Assencar 173.7 km
2h 21m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Assentrain Nachttrein
3h 20m
€46–63
Train #2
1. Take the train from Alkmaar to Amsterdam Sloterdijktrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Assentrain Intercity
3h 37m
€39–123

Alkmaar to Assen by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.2 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Alkmaar, Netherlands and Assen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Alkmaar to Assen via Amsterdam Centraal and Almere Centrum in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alkmaar, Kanaalkade to Assen, Triade via Leeuwarden, Busstation and Drachten, Transferium Oost in around 3h 58m.

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