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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 Aug 30
$122
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$191
Fastest journey on Aug 30
5 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
5 h 52 m
Trains on Aug 30
8
Distance
547 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Assen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Assen will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Assen without transferring at least once.
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9247Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Assen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, while a flight costs an average of $890.
Distance: 339 miles (547 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$144 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest | $890 Average price | $168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Assen:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Assen costing on average $144 (€117).
A bus is $786 (€637) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Assen costing on average $890 (€721).
Other travel options to Assen take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
The journey is about 2h 5m faster (5h 34m by train vs 7h 39m by car) and roughly $23 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($144 (€117) vs $168 (€136)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Assen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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9339+ 757 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h43 | 5:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
9439+ 757 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h43 | 5:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
9341+ 9247+ 2063 · 563 | 12:50 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h35 | 7:25 PM Assen | 3 transfers | |
7571+ 9567+ 773+ 19725 | 1:53 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 8h02 | 9:55 PM Assen | 3 transfers | |
9351+ 765 | 2:15 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h40 | 7:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
9357+ 769 | 3:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h38 | 8:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
9359+ 9259+ 2075 · 575 | 3:46 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h39 | 10:25 PM Assen | 3 transfers | |
9459+ 9259+ 2075 · 575 | 3:46 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h39 | 10:25 PM Assen | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris to Assen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 339 miles (547 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 339 miles (547 km) |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Assen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Assen trip today.
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 Paris 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 Paris to Assen trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Assen station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Assen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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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