The cheapest and fastest trains from Assen to Essen
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Assen to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Assen to Essen you need to make at least one change.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Assen to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Assen to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£48 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Assen to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Assen to Essen trains for today, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:35 Assen | 3h48 | 21:23 Essen | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:35 Assen | 2h48 | 21:23 Essen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Assen to Essen
Trains from Assen to Essen run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:54, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 02:54 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Intercity from Assen to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Intercity trains will get you between Assen and Essen from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Intercity
FAQs: Assen to Essen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Assen to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Assen and Essen
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Stationsplein.
- Restaurant De Peerdestal
- Grand Café Liff
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Van der Valk Hotel Assen
- Best Western City Hotel de Jonge
- Hotel de Bonte Wever
- Located in the main hall
- 3500 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional trains
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
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