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

The cheapest way to get from Detmold to Assen is to bus which costs €28 - €60 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detmold to Assen is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Detmold and Assen?

No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Assen. However, there are services departing from Detmold, Bahnhof and arriving at Assen via Herford, Bahnhof, Hengelo and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Detmold to Assen?

The distance between Detmold and Assen is 309 km. The road distance is 242.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Detmold to Assen without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs €55 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Detmold to Assen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detmold to Assen train from?

Detmold to Assen train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Herford, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Detmold to Assen?

The best way to get from Detmold to Assen is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs €55 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Detmold to Assen train arrive?

Detmold to Assen train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Hengelo station.

Can I drive from Detmold to Assen?

Yes, the driving distance between Detmold to Assen is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Detmold to Assen.

Where can I stay near Assen?

There are 801+ hotels available in Assen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Detmold to Assen 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 Herford, Bahnhof to Hengelo
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Zwolle
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Assen
4h 57m
€58–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bielefeld Brackwede train station to Münster bus stopN69
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Groningen central station027
8h 12m
€29–57
Drive 242.3 km
1. Drive from Detmold to Assen242.3 km
2h 34m
€44–63

Detmold to Assen by train

116Weekly Trains

4h 57mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.2 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Assen via Herford, Bahnhof, Hengelo, and Zwolle in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Assen, Maasstraat via Bielefeld Hbf, Bielefeld Hbf, Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhof, Bielefeld Brackwede train station, Münster bus stop, Groningen central station, and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 8h 12m.

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