- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 52 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Groningen to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Paris will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Groningen to Paris without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 352 miles (568 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $172 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 9m Average total duration 8h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration Fastest 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Groningen to Paris:
A bus is $95 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Paris costing on average $177 (€144).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 39m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $172 (€140) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $91 (€74). The journey takes 8h 39m versus 7h 22m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Paris buses for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 13h40 | 10:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 11h45 | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 12h25 | 1:25 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 12h35 | 3:05 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 12h00 | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 14h05 | 8:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 11h50 | 5:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 16h20 | 2:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 15h00 | 4:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 13h40 | 2:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 15h20 | 4:20 PM Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 13h40 | 4:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 13h25 | 6:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Groningen to Paris run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 352 miles (568 km) distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 352 miles (568 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 10h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 56 days |
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The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, celebrated for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections including Monet, Degas, and Van Gogh.
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, known for its bold inside-out architecture and major international exhibitions.
A historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists’ heritage, stairways, and some of the city’s most photographed viewpoints.
One of Paris’s most characterful neighborhoods, blending elegant architecture, boutiques, small museums, and lively streets ideal for walking.
The city’s famous grand avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best known for monumental urban scenery.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a staple of Parisian breakfasts and bakery culture.
Classic French onion soup from Paris, made with caramelized onions, broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese.
A beloved Paris bistro classic of seared steak served with fries, prized for its simple, satisfying format.
Well-known Basque-influenced bistro celebrated for hearty French cuisine and an energetic dining room.
Popular crêperie specializing in high-quality Breton galettes and cider in a stylish casual atmosphere.
Famous Paris institution known for steak-frites with its signature sauce and bustling, no-choice formula.
Paris is expensive by European standards, especially for hotels and dining. Bakeries, set lunches, and transit help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés and bars.
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