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

The cheapest way to get from Assen to Cologne is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Assen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Assen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Assen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Assen and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Assen to Cologne?

The distance between Assen and Cologne is 314 km. The road distance is 280.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Assen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €30 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Assen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Assen to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Assen to Cologne train arrive?

Assen to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zwolle station.

Can I drive from Assen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Assen to Cologne is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Assen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 615+ hotels available in Cologne.

Assen to Cologne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Assen to Cologne by train, car, or bus

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Assen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
4h 16m
€33–110
Drive 280.5 km
1. Drive from Assen to Colognecar 280.5 km
2h 41m
€51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Assen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the bus from Zwolle, Station to Apeldoorn, Stationbus 201 / ...
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain Re
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
5h 39m

Assen to Cologne by train

141Weekly Trains

4h 16mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.6 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Assen to Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 16m.

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