Assen to Groningen train with Intercity

Tue, Jul 07
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Assen to Groningen

Showing times and prices for Jul 07

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€7

Fastest journey

17 m

Average duration

17 m

Trains per day

99

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Assen to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Assen to Groningen will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 99 trains that leave Assen for Groningen on Tue, Jul 07, 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .

On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 17 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.

  • NS DomesticSPR 6111
    6:37 AM0h18
    Assen
    6:55 AMGroningen Europapark
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 6213
    6:48 AM0h17
    Assen
    7:05 AMGroningen Europapark
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 6113
    7:07 AM0h18
    Assen
    7:25 AMGroningen Europapark
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 6115
    7:37 AM0h18
    Assen
    7:55 AMGroningen Europapark
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 6215
    7:18 AM0h17
    Assen
    7:35 AMGroningen Europapark
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Assen to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Assen to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 25 km

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Bus

€13

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

47m

Average total duration

Fastest

17m

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

25m

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Live departures

Assen to Groningen train times

The table below shows live departures for Assen to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
NS DomesticSPR 61096:07 AM Assen
0h18
6:25 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61096:07 AM Assen
0h21
6:28 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6109+Arriva NSST 378136:07 AM Assen
0h31
6:38 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61116:37 AM Assen
0h21
6:58 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61116:37 AM Assen
0h18
6:55 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6111+Arriva NSST 378156:37 AM Assen
0h31
7:08 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 62136:48 AM Assen
0h20
7:08 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 62136:48 AM Assen
0h17
7:05 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 7136:55 AM Assen
0h17
7:12 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 713+Arriva NSST 376206:55 AM Assen
0h24
7:19 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 713+Arriva NSST 376176:55 AM Assen
0h26
7:21 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61137:07 AM Assen
0h21
7:28 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61137:07 AM Assen
0h18
7:25 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6113+Arriva NSST 378177:07 AM Assen
0h31
7:38 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 62157:18 AM Assen
0h17
7:35 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 62157:18 AM Assen
0h20
7:38 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 5157:25 AM Assen
0h17
7:42 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 515+Arriva NSST 376227:25 AM Assen
0h24
7:49 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 515+Arriva NSST 376197:25 AM Assen
0h26
7:51 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61157:37 AM Assen
0h18
7:55 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61157:37 AM Assen
0h21
7:58 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6115+Arriva NSST 378197:37 AM Assen
0h31
8:08 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 62177:48 AM Assen
0h20
8:08 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 62177:48 AM Assen
0h17
8:05 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 7177:55 AM Assen
0h17
8:12 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 717+Arriva NSST 376217:55 AM Assen
0h26
8:21 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 717+Arriva NSST 376247:55 AM Assen
0h24
8:19 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61178:07 AM Assen
0h18
8:25 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61178:07 AM Assen
0h21
8:28 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6117+Arriva NSST 378218:07 AM Assen
0h31
8:38 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 62198:18 AM Assen
0h17
8:35 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 62198:18 AM Assen
0h20
8:38 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 5198:25 AM Assen
0h17
8:42 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 519+Arriva NSST 376238:25 AM Assen
0h26
8:51 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 519+Arriva NSST 376268:25 AM Assen
0h25
8:50 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61198:37 AM Assen
0h21
8:58 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61198:37 AM Assen
0h18
8:55 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6119+Arriva NSST 378238:37 AM Assen
0h31
9:08 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 62218:48 AM Assen
0h20
9:08 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 62218:48 AM Assen
0h17
9:05 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 7218:55 AM Assen
0h17
9:12 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 721+Arriva NSST 376288:55 AM Assen
0h24
9:19 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 721+Arriva NSST 376258:55 AM Assen
0h26
9:21 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61219:07 AM Assen
0h18
9:25 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61219:07 AM Assen
0h21
9:28 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6121+Arriva NSST 378259:07 AM Assen
0h31
9:38 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 62239:18 AM Assen
0h20
9:38 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 62239:18 AM Assen
0h17
9:35 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 523+Arriva NSST 376309:25 AM Assen
0h24
9:49 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 5239:25 AM Assen
0h17
9:42 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 523+Arriva NSST 376279:25 AM Assen
0h26
9:51 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 6123+Arriva NSST 378279:37 AM Assen
0h31
10:08 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 61239:37 AM Assen
0h21
9:58 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 61239:37 AM Assen
0h18
9:55 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 725+Arriva NSST 376299:55 AM Assen
0h26
10:21 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 725+Arriva NSST 376329:55 AM Assen
0h24
10:19 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 7259:55 AM Assen
0h17
10:12 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6125+Arriva NSST 3782910:07 AM Assen
0h29
10:36 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 612510:07 AM Assen
0h21
10:28 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 612510:07 AM Assen
0h18
10:25 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 527+Arriva NSST 3763110:25 AM Assen
0h26
10:51 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 527+Arriva NSST 3763410:25 AM Assen
0h24
10:49 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 52710:25 AM Assen
0h17
10:42 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6127+Arriva NSST 3783110:37 AM Assen
0h31
11:08 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 612710:37 AM Assen
0h18
10:55 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 612710:37 AM Assen
0h21
10:58 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 729+Arriva NSST 3763310:55 AM Assen
0h26
11:21 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 72910:55 AM Assen
0h17
11:12 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 729+Arriva NSST 3763610:55 AM Assen
0h24
11:19 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 6129+Arriva NSST 3783311:07 AM Assen
0h31
11:38 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 612911:07 AM Assen
0h18
11:25 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 612911:07 AM Assen
0h21
11:28 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 531+Arriva NSST 3763511:25 AM Assen
0h26
11:51 AM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 531+Arriva NSST 3763811:25 AM Assen
0h24
11:49 AM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 53111:25 AM Assen
0h17
11:42 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6131+Arriva NSST 3783511:37 AM Assen
0h31
12:08 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 613111:37 AM Assen
0h21
11:58 AM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 613111:37 AM Assen
0h18
11:55 AM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 733+Arriva NSST 3764011:55 AM Assen
0h24
12:19 PM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 73311:55 AM Assen
0h17
12:12 PM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 733+Arriva NSST 3763711:55 AM Assen
0h26
12:21 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 613312:07 PM Assen
0h21
12:28 PM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 613312:07 PM Assen
0h18
12:25 PM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 6133+Arriva NSST 3783712:07 PM Assen
0h31
12:38 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 535+Arriva NSST 3764212:25 PM Assen
0h24
12:49 PM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 53512:25 PM Assen
0h17
12:42 PM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 535+Arriva NSST 3763912:25 PM Assen
0h26
12:51 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 6135+Arriva NSST 3783912:37 PM Assen
0h31
1:08 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 613512:37 PM Assen
0h21
12:58 PM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticSPR 613512:37 PM Assen
0h18
12:55 PM Groningen Europapark0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 73712:55 PM Assen
0h17
1:12 PM Groningen station0 transfersDirect
NS DomesticIC 737+Arriva NSST 3764412:55 PM Assen
0h24
1:19 PM Groningen Europapark1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 737+Arriva NSST 3764112:55 PM Assen
0h26
1:21 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 6137+Arriva NSST 378411:07 PM Assen
0h31
1:38 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 539+Arriva NSST 376431:25 PM Assen
0h26
1:51 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 6139+Arriva NSST 378431:37 PM Assen
0h31
2:08 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 741+Arriva NSST 376451:55 PM Assen
0h26
2:21 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticSPR 6141+Arriva NSST 378452:07 PM Assen
0h31
2:38 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 543+Arriva NSST 376472:25 PM Assen
0h26
2:51 PM Groningen Noord1 transfer

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Why should you book Assen to Groningen trains with Omio?

Intercity as well as Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Assen to Groningen.
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Assen to Groningen.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Assen to Groningen.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Assen to Groningen

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Trains from Assen to Groningen run on average 105 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.

There are 104 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 17m.

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 €7
Distance
25 km
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Trains per day
105
Direct trains
104
Fastest train
17m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 €7

Train companies: Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Assen to Groningen trainsIntercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Assen and Groningen from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a widely recognized brand for express train services that connect cities over longer distances, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \Intercity\" originated in the United Kingdom in 1966 with British Rail's electrification of the West Coast Main Line, becoming a brand for their main-line passenger routes. Today, Intercity services vary across Europe, with some countries like Switzerland offering modern, high-standard trains, while in others, they may be older compared to newer high-speed options. Many European countries use \"InterCity\" as an official brand name for regular, long-distance train services meeting specific speed and comfort criteria. For example, PKP Intercity is a major Polish rail operator connecting cities and tourist resorts within Poland and across Europe. Trenitalia's Intercity trains in Italy offer an affordable and widespread means of rail transport, connecting various cities and towns. These trains typically offer Standard and First Class services, with amenities like power sockets and sometimes catering."
Luggage & cancellation policy
0
Intercity frequency
108 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
17m
Cheapest Price
€13
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Trains from Assen to Groningen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Assen to Groningen 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 Groningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Assen to Groningen can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Assen to Groningen is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Assen to Groningen is 17m to travel the 25 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Assen to Groningen leaves at 12:03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Assen to Groningen leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes,there are 104 direct trains a day from Assen to Groningen with Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Assen to Groningen, you can count on Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Groningen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Assen and Groningen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Groningen from Assen is worth doing with a journey time of 17m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Assen to Groningen is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Assen and Groningen including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Assen to Groningen

Most Assen to Groningen trains use the Assen to Groningen station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Europapark. Use this guide to compare Assen and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Assen
Arrival train stations in Groningen

Which Assen station do trains to Groningen leave from?

Trains from Assen to Groningen leave from Assen. The station is 1 km from Assen city centre at Stationsplein 1, 9401 LB Assen, Netherlands.
AssenStationsplein 1, 9401 LB Assen, Netherlands+31 592 361 111WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Assen from Assen city centre

Bus380 · 5m · €3 · 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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