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Drents Museum
Nearby major museum in Drenthe featuring archaeology, art, and famous temporary exhibitions; worth the short trip.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Assen to Hoogeveen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (18m by train vs 30m by car). Tickets start at around $19 compared to roughly $9 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Assen to Hoogeveen trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:58 AM Assen | 0h18 | 6:16 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:22 AM Assen | 0h18 | 6:40 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:52 AM Assen | 0h18 | 7:10 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:22 AM Assen | 0h18 | 7:40 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:52 AM Assen | 0h18 | 8:10 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:22 AM Assen | 0h18 | 8:40 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Assen | 0h18 | 9:10 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Assen | 0h18 | 9:40 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Assen | 0h18 | 10:10 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Assen | 0h18 | 10:40 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:52 AM Assen | 0h18 | 11:10 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:23 AM Assen | 0h17 | 11:40 AM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Assen | 0h18 | 12:10 PM Hoogeveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Assen to Hoogeveen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Hoogeveen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hoogeveen trip today.
Nearby major museum in Drenthe featuring archaeology, art, and famous temporary exhibitions; worth the short trip.
Memorial center at former Camp Westerbork presenting powerful exhibitions on wartime history and remembrance.
Regional museum on Hoogeveen's peat, canals, and town history, offering the best introduction to local heritage.
Main shopping street and civic heart of Hoogeveen, lively for strolling, architecture, and everyday town atmosphere.
Popular recreation lake and beach area near Hoogeveen, good for walking, swimming, and open-air relaxation.
Nature reserve of heath and forest south of town, appreciated for peaceful walking and classic Drenthe scenery.
Drentse knieperties are thin rolled waffles baked for New Year. In Drenthe they are a classic festive treat symbolizing the old year opening into the new.
Drentse turfkoek is a regional spiced cake from Drenthe, dark and dense, often linked to the peat region and traditional coffee-table baking.
Roggebrood is dense Dutch rye bread long eaten in Drenthe with cheese or cured meats. It is a staple of regional farm kitchens and simple local meals.
Reliable Asian dining spot in Hoogeveen appreciated for sushi and Japanese-style dishes in a contemporary setting near the town center.
Popular casual dining venue in Hoogeveen serving steak, burgers and grills with a lively atmosphere and broad appeal for groups and families.
Established restaurant in Hoogeveen known for polished Dutch and European dishes in a warm, modern setting suitable for a relaxed dinner.
Moderate for the Netherlands; lodging and dining are cheaper than Amsterdam, while local transit and daily costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change for cafes is optional.
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Hoogeveen Station -> Hoogeveen Centrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Assen to Hoogeveen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hoogeveen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Assen to Hoogeveen trains use the Assen to Hoogeveen station pair. Use this guide to compare Assen and Hoogeveen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Assen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Peerdestal, Grand Café Liff
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Assen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Assen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Assen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Assen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Assen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Assen, Best Western City Hotel de Jonge, Hotel de Bonte Wever.
Hoogeveen is 1 km from Hoogeveen city centre. Public transport options include:
Hoogeveen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant De Beren Hoogeveen, Grand Café Het Postkantoor
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Hoogeveen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hoogeveen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hoogeveen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hoogeveen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hoogeveen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hoogeveen, Hotel De Jonge, Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Emmen.
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