The cheapest and fastest trains from Best to Assen
Cheapest price
$147
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Best to Assen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Best to Assen will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $147.
It's difficult to get from Best to Assen without transferring at least 2 times.
7:45 AM3h40Best11:25 AMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
8:45 AM3h40Best12:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
9:45 AM3h40Best1:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
10:45 AM3h40Best2:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
11:45 AM3h40Best3:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
7:45 AM3h40Best11:25 AMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
8:45 AM3h40Best12:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
9:45 AM3h40Best1:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
10:45 AM3h40Best2:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
11:45 AM3h40Best3:25 PMAssen$1471One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Best to Assen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Best to Assen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $134.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$142 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Best to Assen:
A bus is $92 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Best to Assen costing on average $142 (€116).
Other travel options to Assen take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Tickets start at around $142 (€116) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-92.15 (€-75.42). The journey takes 3h 33m versus 2h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Best to Assen train times
The table below shows live departures for Best to Assen trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 7:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 8:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 9:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 10:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 11:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 12:25 AM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:45 PM Best | 3h41 | 1:26 AM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 PM Best | 11h10 | 10:25 AM Assen | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:45 AM Best | 3h40 | 11:25 AM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Best | 3h40 | 12:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Best | 3h40 | 1:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Best | 3h40 | 2:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Best | 3h40 | 3:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 4:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 5:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Best | 3h40 | 6:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Best to Assen
Trains from Best to Assen run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $134 (€110) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€110) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Best to Assen trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Best and Assen from $43 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Best to Assen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Best to Assen 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 Assen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Best to Assen
Most Best to Assen trains use the Best to Assen station pair. Use this guide to compare Best and Assen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Best station do trains to Assen leave from?
Best train station facilities and services
Best has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Best.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Best.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Best: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Best: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Best.
Which Assen station do trains from Best arrive at?
Getting to Assen from Assen city centre
Assen 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Peerdestal, Grand Café Liff
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Assen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Assen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Assen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Assen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Assen: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Assen, Best Western City Hotel de Jonge, Hotel de Bonte Wever.
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