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The cheapest and fastest trains from Schiphol to Assen
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 30
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$41
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$41
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 52 m
Trains on Aug 30
18
Distance
143 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schiphol to Assen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to Assen will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Fast trains
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 18 trains from Schiphol to Assen, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 3131 · IC 7299:03 AM1h52Schiphol Airport10:55 AMAssen$411One-way1 transfer- IC 3129 · IC 827 · IC 5278:33 AM1h52Schiphol Airport10:25 AMAssen$411One-way2 transfers
- IC 7257:59 AM1h56Schiphol Airport9:55 AMAssen$411One-way0 transfers
- IC 827 · IC 5278:29 AM1h56Schiphol Airport10:25 AMAssen$411One-way1 transfer
- IC 7298:59 AM1h56Schiphol Airport10:55 AMAssen$411One-way0 transfers
- IC 3131 · IC 7299:03 AM1h52Schiphol Airport10:55 AMAssen$411One-way1 transfer
- IC 3129 · IC 827 · IC 5278:33 AM1h52Schiphol Airport10:25 AMAssen$411One-way2 transfers
- IC 3127 · IC 7258:03 AM1h52Schiphol Airport9:55 AMAssen$411One-way1 transfer
- IC 3135 · IC 73310:03 AM1h52Schiphol Airport11:55 AMAssen$411One-way1 transfer
- IC 3133 · IC 831 · IC 5319:33 AM1h52Schiphol Airport11:25 AMAssen$411One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Schiphol to Assen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Assen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Assen is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).
This is compared to other travel options from Schiphol to Assen:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Assen costing on average $40 (€33).
The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Assen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.
Other travel options to Assen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Schiphol and Assen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schiphol to Assen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (2h 1m by train vs 2h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $39 (€32) 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.
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.
Live departures
Schiphol to Assen train times
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol 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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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 725 | 7:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 9:55 AM Assen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3127 · IC 725 | 8:03 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 9:55 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 827 · IC 527 | 8:29 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 10:25 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3129 · IC 827 · IC 527 | 8:33 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 10:25 AM Assen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 729 | 8:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 10:55 AM Assen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3131 · IC 729 | 9:03 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 10:55 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 831 · IC 531 | 9:29 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 11:25 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3133 · IC 831 · IC 531 | 9:33 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 11:25 AM Assen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 733 | 9:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 11:55 AM Assen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3135 · IC 733 | 10:03 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 11:55 AM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 835 · IC 535 | 10:29 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 12:25 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3137 · IC 835 · IC 535 | 10:33 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 12:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 737 | 10:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 12:55 PM Assen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3139 · IC 737 | 11:03 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 12:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 839 · IC 539 | 11:29 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 1:25 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3141 · IC 839 · IC 539 | 11:33 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 1:25 PM Assen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 741 | 11:59 AM Schiphol Airport | 1h56 | 1:55 PM Assen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3143 · IC 741 | 12:03 PM Schiphol Airport | 1h52 | 1:55 PM Assen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schiphol to Assen
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Trains from Schiphol to Assen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 47m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)
Train companies: NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel from Schiphol to Assen trainsNS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel trains will get you between Schiphol and Assen from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The "IC Brussel" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS International | IC Brussel Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest NS International | IC Brussel Price
$38 (€31)
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
NS Domestic
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
$40 (€32)
NS Domestic frequency
9 a day
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 Schiphol to Assen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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.
Train ticket prices from Schiphol to Assen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $38 (€31), while the average price is around $40 (€33).
The train from Schiphol to Assen takes 1h 47m and runs 12 per day.
The distance by train from Schiphol to Assen is 88 miles (143 km).
The first train from Schiphol to Assen leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from Schiphol to Assen leaves at 11:53 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Schiphol to Assen.
Yes, there is a direct train from Schiphol to Assen. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Intercity.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Schiphol to Assen.
The train station in Schiphol that goes to Assen is Schiphol Airport, which connects to Assen.
The cheapest way to get from Schiphol to Assen is by bus, with a cost of around $13 (€10).
The train journey from Schiphol to Assen offers a pleasant view of the Dutch countryside, featuring picturesque landscapes, windmills, and charming small towns, making it a scenic experience.
A day trip from Schiphol to Assen is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 47m. However, with a distance of 88 miles (143 km), there are 12 train trips per day.
To explore Assen's key attractions, such as the Drents Museum and TT Circuit Assen, spending 1 to 2 days is generally sufficient for most visitors.
Yes, you can take the train from Schiphol to Assen.
Since both Schiphol and Assen are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Assen include Amsterdam, Groningen, Utrecht, Hoogeveen, Arnhem.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schiphol to Assen among Omio's users.
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 Schiphol to Assen
Most Schiphol to Assen trains use the Schiphol Airport to Assen station pair. Use this guide to compare Schiphol and Assen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Schiphol
Arrival train stations in Assen
Which Assen station do trains from Schiphol arrive at?
Trains from Schiphol to Assen most often arrive at Assen. Some services arrive at Haren, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Assen arrival station.
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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