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

The cheapest way to get from Assen to Alkmaar is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Assen to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Assen and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Assen to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Assen, Triade and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Drachten, Transferium Oost and Leeuwarden, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Assen and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Assen to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Assen and arriving at Alkmaar via Amsterdam, Station Zuid and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Assen to Alkmaar?

The distance between Assen and Alkmaar is 224 km. The road distance is 172.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Assen to Alkmaar without a car is to train via Amsterdam which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Assen to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Assen to Alkmaar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Assen to Alkmaar train from?

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

Train or bus from Assen to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Assen to Alkmaar is to train via Amsterdam which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Assen to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Assen to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Drachten, Transferium Oost station.

Where does the Assen to Alkmaar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Assen to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Assen to Alkmaar is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Assen to Alkmaar.

How do I get a train ticket from Assen to Alkmaar?

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Assen to Alkmaar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Assen to Alkmaar 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 Amsterdam
best
1. Take the train from Assen to Amsterdam ZuidIntercity
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to AlkmaarIntercity / ...
2h 41m
€38–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Assen, Triade to Drachten, Transferium Oost380
2. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade350
3h 45m
€27–37
Drive 172.4 km
1. Drive from Assen to Alkmaar172.4 km
2h 15m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Assen to Utrecht CentraalIntercity
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to AlkmaarIntercity
2h 51m
€46–47

Assen to Alkmaar by train and subway

141Weekly Services

2h 41mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Assen to Alkmaar via Amsterdam Zuid, Amsterdam, Station Zuid, Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Assen, Triade to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Drachten, Transferium Oost and Leeuwarden, Busstation in around 3h 45m.

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