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

The cheapest way to get from Meppen to Assen is to line 93 bus and line 21 bus which costs €11 - €18 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meppen to Assen is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct train between Meppen and Assen?

No, there is no direct train from Meppen to Assen. However, there are services departing from Meppen, Bahnhof and arriving at Assen via Leer(Ostfriesl) and Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Meppen to Assen?

The distance between Meppen and Assen is 75 km. The road distance is 69.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Meppen to Assen without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Meppen to Assen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meppen to Assen train from?

Meppen to Assen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Meppen, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Meppen to Assen?

The best way to get from Meppen to Assen is to line 93 bus and line 21 bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €11 - €18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Meppen to Assen train arrive?

Meppen to Assen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leer(Ostfriesl) station.

Can I drive from Meppen to Assen?

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

Where can I stay near Assen?

There are 801+ hotels available in Assen.

Meppen to Assen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 93 bus, line 21 bus, and car

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

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Line 93 bus, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Zwartemeer, Brug Santing to Emmen, Station uitstaphalte93 / ...
2. Take the bus from Emmen, Station to Assen, Oostersingel21
2h 10m
€12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Leer(Ostfriesl)35
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to GroningenRe
2h 47m
€37–73
Drive 69.8 km
1. Drive from Meppen to Assen69.8 km
1h 2m
€13–18

Meppen to Assen by train

45Weekly Trains

2h 47mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.5 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Meppen to Assen, Oostersingel via Zwartemeer, Brug Santing and Emmen, Station in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Meppen, Bahnhof to Assen via Leer(Ostfriesl) and Groningen in around 2h 47m.

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