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

The cheapest way to get from Emden to Assen is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emden to Assen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Emden and Assen?

No, there is no direct bus from Emden to Assen. However, there are services departing from Emden(Ostfriesl) Rathaus and arriving at Assen, Maasstraat via Leer and Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Emden and Assen?

No, there is no direct train from Emden to Assen. However, there are services departing from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf and arriving at Assen via Leer(Ostfriesl) and Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Emden to Assen?

The distance between Emden and Assen is 129 km. The road distance is 101.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Emden to Assen without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €27 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Emden to Assen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emden to Assen bus from?

Emden to Assen bus services, operated by Weser-Ems-Bus Betrieb Ostfriesland, depart from Emden(Ostfriesl) Rathaus station.

Where do I catch the Emden to Assen train from?

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

Train or bus from Emden to Assen?

The best way to get from Emden to Assen is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €27 - €85. Alternatively, you can line 621 bus and bus and line 309 bus, which costs and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Emden to Assen bus arrive?

Emden to Assen bus services, operated by Weser-Ems-Bus Betrieb Ostfriesland, arrive at Leer(Ostfriesl) ZOB station.

Where does the Emden to Assen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emden to Assen?

Yes, the driving distance between Emden to Assen is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Emden to Assen.

Where can I stay near Assen?

There are 802+ hotels available in Assen.

Emden to Assen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 621 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Emden 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 Leer(Ostfriesl) to GroningenRe
2. Take the train from Groningen to AssenSprinter / ...
2h 28m
€28–83
Drive 101.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Emden to Assen101.6 km
1h 22m
€19–27
Line 621 bus, bus, line 309 bus
1. Take the bus from Emden(Ostfriesl) Rathaus to Leer(Ostfriesl) ZOBN61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leer to Groningen, Hoofdstation401
3. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Assen, Maasstraat309 / ...
2h 44m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to WinschotenRe
2. Take the bus from Winschoten, Station to Assen, Oostersingel24
3h 59m
€26–63

Emden to Assen by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.9 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Emden(Ostfriesl) Hbf to Assen via Leer(Ostfriesl) and Groningen in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emden(Ostfriesl) Rathaus to Assen, Maasstraat via Leer and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 2h 44m.

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