How to get from Assen to Zoetermeer by bus and train?

From Assen to Zoetermeer by bus and train

To get from Assen to Zoetermeer in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Assen station to Amsterdam Zuid station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SPR train and finally take the 401 bus from Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde station to Zoetermeer, Centrum West (Perron A) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The bus and train schedule from Assen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zoetermeer on the Moovit app.

176min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - SPR
SPR
Bus - 401401
Leaves from Assen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Assen
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Schiphol Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Zuid
    108 min
  • 4
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leiden Centraal
    29 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leiden, Leiden Centraal Westzijde
    ID 54440530
    70 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 401401
    Wait for bus
    401
    Zoetermeer
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Zoetermeer, Centrum West (Perron A)
    Ride to bus station
    Zoetermeer, Centrum West (Perron A)
    ID 54410063
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Assen to Zoetermeer by light rail and train

To get from Assen to Zoetermeer in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the IC train from Assen station to Zwolle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 4 light rail from 'S-Gravenhage, Centraal Station (Perron D) station to Centrum-West station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Assen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zoetermeer on the Moovit app.

171min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Light Rail - 44
Walk to Zoetermeer
Leaves from Assen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Assen
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Schiphol Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Den Haag Centraal
    91 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    'S-Gravenhage, Centraal Station (Perron D)
    ID 2608
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Light Rail - 44
    Wait for light rail
    4
    Lansingerlnd-Z'Meer
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Centrum-West
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Zoetermeer
    Walk to
    Zoetermeer
    430 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Assen to Zoetermeer

The distance between Assen, Netherlands and Zoetermeer, Netherlands is approximately 230.7 km, which can typically be travelled in 176 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Assen to Zoetermeer by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Assen to Zoetermeer

To check the bus and train schedule from Assen to Zoetermeer using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Assen) and destination (Zoetermeer), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Assen to Zoetermeer by light rail and train

To get from Assen to Zoetermeer in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the IC train from Assen station to Zwolle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 4 light rail from 'S-Gravenhage, Centraal Station (Perron D) station to Centrum-West station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Assen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Zoetermeer on the Moovit app.

171min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Light Rail - 44
Walk to Zoetermeer
Leaves from Assen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Assen
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Schiphol Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Den Haag Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Den Haag Centraal
    91 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    'S-Gravenhage, Centraal Station (Perron D)
    ID 2608
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Light Rail - 44
    Wait for light rail
    4
    Lansingerlnd-Z'Meer
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Centrum-West
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Zoetermeer
    Walk to
    Zoetermeer
    430 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 176 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line SPR, Bus line 401.

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

    The alternative route takes 171 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Light Rail line 4.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 56 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Assen station near Assen to Schiphol Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Schiphol Airport station near Zoetermeer in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Assen to Zoetermeer in Netherlands by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Assen and Zoetermeer in Netherlands by train and bus is about 2 hr 56 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Assen station near Assen in Netherlands.

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

    Get off the train at the Schiphol Airport stop, which is closest to Zoetermeer in Netherlands.

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