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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€14
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 buses from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
FlixBus1:10 AM3h00Schiphol, Airport Terminal 14:10 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€131One-way0 transfers- FlixBus12:00 PM2h50Schiphol, Airport Terminal 12:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus12:00 PM2h50Schiphol, Airport Terminal 12:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:10 AM3h00Schiphol, Airport Terminal 14:10 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €33 Average price | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Groningen station take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around €17 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €19. The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €10 |
Live departures
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station bus times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h50 | 12:50 PM Groningen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h50 | 1:50 PM Groningen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:10 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 3h00 | 2:10 AM Groningen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:10 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 3h00 | 4:10 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station
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Buses from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:00, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 10:00 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen stationYou can travel by bus between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station with FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Groningen station by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Groningen station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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