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

The cheapest way to get from Assen to Meppen is to drive which costs €12 - €18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Assen to Meppen is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct train between Assen and Meppen?

No, there is no direct train from Assen to Meppen. However, there are services departing from Assen and arriving at Meppen, Bahnhof via Groningen Europapark, Bad Nieuweschans and Leer(Ostfriesl). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Assen to Meppen?

The distance between Assen and Meppen is 163 km. The road distance is 70.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Assen to Meppen without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 53m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Assen to Meppen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Assen to Meppen train from?

Assen to Meppen train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Groningen Europapark station.

Where does the Assen to Meppen train arrive?

Assen to Meppen train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Bad Nieuweschans station.

Can I drive from Assen to Meppen?

Yes, the driving distance between Assen to Meppen is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Assen to Meppen.

Where can I stay near Meppen?

There are 305+ hotels available in Meppen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Assen to Meppen by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Leerbus 401 / ...
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
3h 53m
€35–64
Drive 70.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Assen to Meppencar 70.2 km
1h 3m
€13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Groningen Europapark to Bad Nieuweschanstrain
2. Take the train from Bad Nieuweschans to Leer(Ostfriesl)train
3. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
4h 8m
€40–57

Assen to Meppen by train and bus

43Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.8 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Assen to Meppen, Bahnhof via Groningen Europapark, Bad Nieuweschans, and Leer(Ostfriesl) in around 4h 8m.

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