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 2m.

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 2m and costs €12 - €18.

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 line 309 bus and bus and train which takes 3h 51m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Assen to Meppen, including transfers.

Can I drive from Assen to Meppen?

Yes, the driving distance between Assen to Meppen is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Assen to Meppen.

Where can I stay near Meppen?

There are 311+ hotels available in Meppen.

Assen to Meppen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 309 bus, 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.

Line 309 bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Assen, Maasstraat to Groningen, Hoofdstation, uitstaphalte309 / ...
2. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Leer401
3. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhof35 / ...
3h 51m
€33–46
Drive 70.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Assen to Meppen70.2 km
1h 2m
€13–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Assen, Oostersingel to Winschoten, Station uitstaphalte24
2. Take the train from Winschoten to Leer(Ostfriesl)Re
3. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhof35 / ...
4h 27m
€36–53

Assen to Meppen by bus and train

36Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.3 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Assen to Meppen. However, you can take the line 309 bus to Groningen, Hoofdstation, uitstaphalte, walk to Groningen, Hoofdstation, take the bus to Leer, walk to Leer(Ostfriesl), then take the train to Meppen, Bahnhof. Alternatively, you can drive from Assen to Meppen in around 1h 2m.

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