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

The cheapest way to get from Assen to Purmerend is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Assen to Purmerend is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Assen and Purmerend?

No, there is no direct bus from Assen to Purmerend. However, there are services departing from Assen, Triade and arriving at Purmerend, Tramplein via Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein, Leeuwarden, Busstation and Alkmaar, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Assen and Purmerend?

No, there is no direct train from Assen to Purmerend. However, there are services departing from Assen and arriving at Purmerend via Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Assen to Purmerend?

The distance between Assen and Purmerend is 220 km. The road distance is 170.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Assen to Purmerend without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €23 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Assen to Purmerend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Assen to Purmerend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Assen to Purmerend train from?

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

Train or bus from Assen to Purmerend?

The best way to get from Assen to Purmerend is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €23 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Assen to Purmerend bus arrive?

Assen to Purmerend bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein station.

Where does the Assen to Purmerend train arrive?

Assen to Purmerend train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Can I drive from Assen to Purmerend?

Yes, the driving distance between Assen to Purmerend is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Assen to Purmerend.

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

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Where can I stay near Purmerend?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Assen to Purmerend 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
best
1. Take the train from Assen to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Purmerendtrain Sprinter
2h 48m
€23–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Assen, Triade to Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffpleinbus 380
2. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Alkmaar, Stationbus 350
5h 32m
€35–48
Drive 170.2 km
1. Drive from Assen to Purmerendcar 170.2 km
2h 23m
€30–43

Assen to Purmerend by train

133Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.4 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Assen to Purmerend via Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Assen, Triade to Purmerend, Tramplein via Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein, Leeuwarden, Busstation, and Alkmaar, Station in around 5h 32m.

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