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Drents Museum
Leading museum of Drenthe with archaeology, art, and high-profile exhibitions, set in a historic former monastery near the center.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€54
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€54
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 19
36
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harderwijk to Assen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harderwijk to Assen will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
It's difficult to get from Harderwijk to Assen without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harderwijk to Assen among Omio's users.
Distance: 60 miles (97 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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€22 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The table below shows live departures for Harderwijk to Assen trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:38 PM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 10:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:08 PM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 11:25 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:38 PM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 11:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:08 PM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 12:25 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:38 PM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 12:55 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:08 AM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 1:25 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:38 AM Harderwijk | 1h17 | 1:55 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
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Take a train from Harderwijk to Assen and enjoy the approximately 60 miles (97 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:05.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Leading museum of Drenthe with archaeology, art, and high-profile exhibitions, set in a historic former monastery near the center.
Open-air heritage museum showing the region’s farm life, crafts, and village buildings in a spacious green setting outside central Assen.
National prison museum in nearby Veenhuizen explaining Dutch justice and incarceration history through objects, buildings, and stories.
Large city forest on Assen’s edge with trails, ponds, and open landscapes, popular for walking, running, and quiet nature breaks.
Expansive woodland and heath reserve near Assen with trails and natural viewpoints, excellent for a scenic walk beyond the center.
Historic central square lined with monuments, shops, and terraces, ideal for starting a walk through Assen’s civic and cultural core.
Drentse knieperties are thin rolled waffles from Drenthe, served at New Year. They are a regional festive sweet tied closely to local family tradition.
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 are old-style buckwheat pancakes from Drenthe, commonly baked with bacon and syrup. They are a classic winter and fairground food in the region.
Well-known hotel restaurant offering refined French and Dutch-inspired dining. Suitable for a more formal meal in an elegant historic atmosphere.
Popular casual dining spot in Assen with a broad menu, good drinks, and a lively city-center atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
Established grand café and restaurant in central Assen, known for reliable Dutch and European dishes in a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller EU towns, but local buses and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is enough.
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Assen Station -> Brink, Assen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harderwijk 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.

Most Harderwijk to Assen trains use the Harderwijk to Assen station pair. Use this guide to compare Harderwijk and Assen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Harderwijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Holy Moly Cantina, De Admiraal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Harderwijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Harderwijk.
Available at Harderwijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Harderwijk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harderwijk: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopole, Hotel Marktzicht, Best Western Hotel Baars.
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.
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