What is the cheapest way to get from Assen to Alkmaar?

The cheapest way to get from Assen to Alkmaar is to train which costs €25 - €55 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Assen to Alkmaar?

The fastest way to get from Assen to Alkmaar is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Assen and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct bus from Assen to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Assen, Triade and arriving at Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein and Leeuwarden, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Assen and Alkmaar?

No, there is no direct train from Assen to Alkmaar. However, there are services departing from Assen and arriving at Alkmaar via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Assen to Alkmaar?

The distance between Assen and Alkmaar is 228 km. The road distance is 176.2 km.

How do I travel from Assen to Alkmaar without a car?

The best way to get from Assen to Alkmaar without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €25 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Assen to Alkmaar?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Assen to Alkmaar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Assen to Alkmaar bus from?

Assen to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Assen, Triade station.

Where do I catch the Assen to Alkmaar train from?

Assen to Alkmaar train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Assen station.

Train or bus from Assen to Alkmaar?

The best way to get from Assen to Alkmaar is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €40 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Assen to Alkmaar bus arrive?

Assen to Alkmaar bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein station.

Where does the Assen to Alkmaar train arrive?

Assen to Alkmaar train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Assen to Alkmaar?

Yes, the driving distance between Assen to Alkmaar is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Assen to Alkmaar.

How do I get a train ticket from Assen to Alkmaar?

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Where can I stay near Alkmaar?

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Assen to Alkmaar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Assen to Alkmaar by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Assen to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Alkmaartrain Intercity / ...
2h 44m
€25–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Assen, Triade to Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffpleinbus 380
2. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Alkmaar, Kanaalkadebus 350
4h 11m
€29–38
Drive 176.2 km
1. Drive from Assen to Alkmaarcar 176.2 km
2h 18m
€32–46
Train via Amsterdam Centraal
1. Take the train from Assen to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Alkmaartrain Sprinter / ...
3h 19m
€26–54

Assen to Alkmaar by train

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Distance: 227.7 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Assen, Netherlands and Alkmaar, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Assen to Alkmaar via Amsterdam Centraal in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Assen, Triade to Alkmaar, Kanaalkade via Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein and Leeuwarden, Busstation in around 4h 11m.

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