Engineering works Assen - Hoogeveen
In 2025, ProRail will be working hard to improve the tracks between Assen and Hoogeveen. Scroll down to find out what that will mean for your journey. And plan your journey in advance using the Travel Planner.
Engineering works between Assen and Hoogeveen in 2025
From Saturday 15 to Friday 21 February, ProRail will be improving the tracks between Assen and Hoogeveen. There will be no services between Assen and Hoogeveen during these works. There will be:
- Local replacement buses between Assen, Beilen and Hoogeveen
- Fast replacement buses between Assen and Hoogeveen
- Fast replacement buses between Groningen and Hoogeveen
Passengers travelling from Zwolle to Groningen will have to take a fast replacement bus between Hoogeveen and Groningen.
Keep a close eye on this page for the latest information about engineering works. We may update this page from time to time following new information from ProRail.
Engineering works Groningen - Groningen Europapark
From Saturday 17 May to Sunday 6 July, ProRail will be working on the tracks between Groningen and Groningen Europapark. Keep an eye on this page for the latest information.
Plan your journey in the NS app
Before you leave, plan your journey from door to door in the NS app or the Travel Planner. That way, you're guaranteed to have the most up-to-date travel recommendation. And
- receive notifications about your journey;
- find an estimate of how crowded the train is.
Frequently asked questions
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Can I get a refund if my trip is delayed?
When we schedule works, we also update the itineraries and travel time in the Travel Planner. Your travel time may be longer than usual. Because the works are scheduled in advance, we cannot offer a refund if you reach your destination later than usual.
You are entitled for a refund if your train is delayed by 30 minutes or more relative to the timetable given in the Travel Planner.
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How do I check in and out?
If you are forced to take an alternative route because of works, check in and out at the start and end of your journey. The fare will be the same, so you will not have to pay more if you check in and out again.
Taking an NS Bus as a rail replacement service?
Check out when you leave the train and transfer to the bus. There will be a temporary card reader near the bus. Check in before you enter the bus and check out again when you leave the bus.If you're transferring back to the train, check in again at the station before boarding the train.
Travelling with another public transport or train carrier?You do not have to check in or out with other carriers if
we recommend travelling with another carrier due to works. Your NS ticket also counts as a valid ticket with other carriers. Your trip will therefore cost the same.Example: if we recommend travelling by metro, you do not have to check in and out at the metro station. Only check in before you first board the train and check out at your destination.
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Can I take my bike on an NS bus?
No, you may not bring your bike with you on an NS bus. Regrettably, there is no space for bikes.
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Do detours cost more?
If you check in and out at the same stations as usual, your trip will cost the same.
Does alternative route means travelling with a different carrier?
You do not have to check in or out with the carrier if we recommend travelling with another carrier due to works. Your trip will therefore cost the same. Your NS ticket also counts as a valid ticket with other carriers.Taking an NS Bus as a rail replacement service
costs the same as regular train travel. We do ask that you check out when you leave the station and check in again when you enter the bus.Are your check in and check out more than 35 minutes apart?
Then you may have to pay more than usual, as the two legs of your trip will be seen as two distinct trips.Paid too much?
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Do you have a mobility problem?
Please be mindful of the following:
- The vertical gap when boarding the bus
- Long walks to and from the bus
- Prolonged standing while waiting for the bus
If NS is running replacement buses and you are in a wheelchair,
you can use our free wheelchair taxi. Call NS Travel Assistance (on 030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service.Are you visually impaired and do you need help?
We will help you get to and from the rail replacement service. Call NS Travel Assistance (on 030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service.
See all of the Frequently Asked Questions about engineering works.
