- Must visit
Drents Museum
Leading museum of Drenthe with archaeology, art, and high-profile exhibitions, set in a historic former monastery near the center.
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Overview: Train from Ghent to Assen
Belgium
Netherlands
Take a train from Ghent to Assen and enjoy the approximately 180 miles (291 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 19:35.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Complete guide to Assen
Things to do in Assen
Discover the best of Assen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Assen trip today.
- Recommended
Museumdorp Orvelte
Open-air heritage museum showing the region’s farm life, crafts, and village buildings in a spacious green setting outside central Assen.
- Recommended
Gevangenismuseum
National prison museum in nearby Veenhuizen explaining Dutch justice and incarceration history through objects, buildings, and stories.
- Must visit
Asserbos
Large city forest on Assen’s edge with trails, ponds, and open landscapes, popular for walking, running, and quiet nature breaks.
- Must visit
Nationaal Park Drentsche Aa
Expansive woodland and heath reserve near Assen with trails and natural viewpoints, excellent for a scenic walk beyond the center.
- Recommended
De Brink
Historic central square lined with monuments, shops, and terraces, ideal for starting a walk through Assen’s civic and cultural core.
- Vegetarian
Drentse Knieperties
Drentse knieperties are thin rolled waffles from Drenthe, served at New Year. They are a regional festive sweet tied closely to local family tradition.
- Gluten-free
Drentse Turfstekers
Drentse turfstekers is a hearty regional dish linked to peat workers, usually potatoes with pork or sausage. It reflects Drenthe's rural working-class food culture.
Spekdikken
Spekdikken are old-style buckwheat pancakes from Drenthe, commonly baked with bacon and syrup. They are a classic winter and fairground food in the region.
Hotel De Jonge
Well-known hotel restaurant offering refined French and Dutch-inspired dining. Suitable for a more formal meal in an elegant historic atmosphere.
Grand Café Liff
Popular casual dining spot in Assen with a broad menu, good drinks, and a lively city-center atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
De Bonte Wever
Established grand café and restaurant in central Assen, known for reliable Dutch and European dishes in a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller EU towns, but local buses and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is enough.
9292
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.14
- Day pass
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To the city center
Assen Station -> Brink, Assen
- Distance
- 400 m
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Check in and out with your contactless bank card, phone, or OV-chipkaart on Qbuzz buses.
- For route planning in Assen, use 9292 or Qbuzz. Assen has buses; no tram or metro network.
FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Assen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.
The distance by train from Ghent to Assen is 180 miles (291 km).
The first train from Ghent to Assen leaves at 5:58 AM.
The last train from Ghent to Assen leaves at 7:35 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ghent to Assen.
No, you cannot take the train from Ghent to Assen.
Popular day trips by train from Assen include Amsterdam, Schiphol, Groningen, Utrecht, Hoogeveen.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Assen, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas, especially during events like the TT Circuit races. It's advisable to keep belongings secure and be aware of surroundings. Avoid accepting unsolicited offers for transportation or accommodation to prevent scams. Using official taxi services and booking tickets through reputable sources helps ensure safety and avoid fraud.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Assen
Most Ghent to Assen trains use the Gent St Pieters to Assen station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Assen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ghent
Arrival train stations in Assen
Which Ghent station do trains to Assen leave from?
Trains from Ghent to Assen leave from Gent St Pieters. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Ghent city centre at Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium.
Gent St PietersKoningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28
City-centre transport
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus60 · 8m · $4 · every ~3 min
TramT1, Gf, T3, T4 · 14m · $4 · every ~32 min
Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Which Assen station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Trains from Ghent to Assen arrive at Assen. Assen is 0 miles (1 km) from Assen city centre.
AssenStationsplein 1, 9401 LB Assen, Netherlands+31 592 361 111
City-centre transport
Getting to Assen from Assen city centre
Bus380 · 5m · $4 · every ~3 min
7, 8 · 22m · $2 · every ~2 min
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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