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

The cheapest way to get from Zaandam to Assen is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaandam to Assen is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Zaandam and Assen?

No, there is no direct bus from Zaandam to Assen. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Sloterdijk and arriving at Assen, Maasstraat via Groningen, Hoofdstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Zaandam and Assen?

No, there is no direct train from Zaandam to Assen. However, there are services departing from Zaandam and arriving at Assen via Schiphol Airport Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Zaandam to Assen?

The distance between Zaandam and Assen is 207 km. The road distance is 168.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaandam to Assen without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €23 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Zaandam to Assen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Assen bus from?

Zaandam to Assen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where do I catch the Zaandam to Assen train from?

Zaandam to Assen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Train or bus from Zaandam to Assen?

The best way to get from Zaandam to Assen is to train which takes 3h and costs €23 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Zaandam to Assen bus arrive?

Zaandam to Assen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Where does the Zaandam to Assen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaandam to Assen?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaandam to Assen is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Zaandam to Assen.

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

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Zaandam to Assen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 391 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Assentrain Intercity
3h
€23–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central stationbus N1386 / ...
3h 56m
€20–34
Drive 168.2 km
1. Drive from Zaandam to Assencar 168.2 km
2h 22m
€31–44
Line 391 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zaandam, Het Mennistenerf to Amsterdam, Centraal Stationbus 391 / ...
2. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Assentrain Nachttrein
3h 14m
€29–44

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Distance: 207.2 km
Duration: 3h

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Assen hourly. Tickets cost €21–50 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Arriva NL also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–23 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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