How to get from Leeuwarden to Assen by train?

By train

To get from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands, take the RE1 train from Leeuwarden station to Groningen station. Next, take the SPR train from Groningen station to Assen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min.

72min
Walk to train station
Train - RE1RE1
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Assen
Leaves from Leeuwarden

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeuwarden
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Groningen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Groningen
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Zwolle
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Assen
    20 min
  • 6
    Walk to Assen
    Walk to
    Assen
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via RE1 and IC

To get from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands, take the RE1 train from Leeuwarden station to Groningen station. Next, take the IC train from Groningen station to Assen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min.

85min
Walk to train station
Train - RE1RE1
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Assen
Leaves from Leeuwarden

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeuwarden
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Groningen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Groningen
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Assen
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to Assen
    Walk to
    Assen
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Leeuwarden to Assen

The distance between Leeuwarden, Netherlands and Assen, Netherlands is approximately 81.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leeuwarden to Assen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Leeuwarden

Leeuwarden is located at Leeuwarden, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Leeuwarden, Busstation.

Train stations close to Leeuwarden:

  • Leeuwarden
  • Leeuwarden Camminghaburen
  • Deinum

Bus stations close to Leeuwarden:

  • Leeuwarden, Busstation

Public transit stations close to Assen, Netherlands

Assen is located at Assen, Netherlands and the nearest public transit station is Assen, Station Uitstaphalte.

Train stations close to Assen:

  • Assen

Bus stations close to Assen:

  • Assen, Station
  • Assen, Zuidhaege

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via RE1 and IC

To get from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands, take the RE1 train from Leeuwarden station to Groningen station. Next, take the IC train from Groningen station to Assen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min.

85min
Walk to train station
Train - RE1RE1
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Assen
Leaves from Leeuwarden

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Leeuwarden
    100 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - RE1RE1
    Wait for train
    RE1
    Groningen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Groningen
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Assen
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to Assen
    Walk to
    Assen
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leeuwarden to Assen?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Bus line RE1, Bus line SPR.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leeuwarden to Assen?

    The alternative route takes 85 minutes, using Bus line RE1, Bus line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Leeuwarden and Assen in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands?

    The RE1 train line goes from Leeuwarden station near Leeuwarden to Groningen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Groningen station near Assen in Netherlands

  • How long does it take to travel from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands by train?

    The total travel time between Leeuwarden and Assen in Netherlands by train is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Leeuwarden to get to Assen in Netherlands?

    Get on the RE1 train from the Leeuwarden station near Leeuwarden in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Leeuwarden and Assen in Netherlands?

    Get off the train at the Groningen station, which is closest to Assen in Netherlands.

  • When is the first bus from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands?

    The first bus from Leeuwarden to Assen in Netherlands is Leeuwarden via Drachten - Assen. It leaves the Leeuwarden, Busstation stop at 10:49 AM.

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