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The cheapest and fastest trains from Maastricht to Groningen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov

Cheapest price on 13 Nov: €34
Average ticket price on 13 Nov: €34
Fastest journey on 13 Nov: 4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 13 Nov: 4 h 15 m
Trains on 13 Nov: 29
Distance: 270 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Maastricht to Groningen will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €34.

Fast trains

To travel from Maastricht to Groningen you need to make at least one change.

IC 2732 · IC 3626 · IC 737
8:57 AM 4h15
Maastricht station
1:12 PM
Groningen station
€34
1 One-way
2 changes
ST 32432+IC 2738 · IC 543
10:05 AM 4h37
Maastricht Randwyck
2:42 PM
Groningen station
€34
1 One-way
2 changes
IC 2734 · IC 539
9:27 AM 4h15
Maastricht station
1:42 PM
Groningen station
€34
1 One-way
1 change
S84 18925+IC 2736 · IC 3630 · IC 741
9:42 AM 4h30
Maastricht Randwyck
2:12 PM
Groningen station
€34
1 One-way
3 changes
S84 18921+IC 2732 · IC 3626 · IC 737
8:42 AM 4h30
Maastricht Randwyck
1:12 PM
Groningen station
€34
1 One-way
3 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Maastricht to Groningen

Netherlands

Trains from Maastricht to Groningen run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €16 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 270 km distance in 3h 36m.

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

Coach from €16

Distance

270 km

Average train duration

3h 59m

Cheapest ticket price

€34

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 36m

First train

5:06 AM

Last train

10:29 PM

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from €16

Live departures

Maastricht to Groningen train times

The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 2720 · IC 3614 · IC 725	5:57 AM Maastricht station	4h15	10:12 AM Groningen station	2 changes
ST 32416+IC 2722 · IC 527	6:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck	4h37	10:42 AM Groningen station	2 changes
IC 2722 · IC 527	6:27 AM Maastricht station	4h15	10:42 AM Groningen station	1 change
S84 18913+IC 2724 · IC 3618 · IC 729	6:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck	4h37	11:19 AM Groningen Europapark	4 changes
S84 18913+IC 2724 · IC 3618 · IC 729	6:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck	4h30	11:12 AM Groningen station	3 changes
S84 18913+IC 2724 · IC 629 · SPR 6129	6:42 AM Maastricht Randwyck	4h43	11:25 AM Groningen Europapark	3 changes
IC 2724 · IC 3618 · IC 729	6:57 AM Maastricht station	4h15	11:12 AM Groningen station	2 changes
ST 32420+IC 2726 · IC 531+ST 37638	7:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck	4h44	11:49 AM Groningen Europapark	3 changes
ST 32420+IC 2726 · IC 531	7:05 AM Maastricht Randwyck	4h37	11:42 AM Groningen station	2 changes
This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: NS Domestic, Arriva NS from Maastricht to Groningen trainsNS Domestic, Arriva NS trains will get you between Maastricht and Groningen from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

NS Domestic

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average NS Domestic Duration

3h 36m

Cheapest NS Domestic Price

€34

NS Domestic frequency

21 a day

Arriva NS

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Arriva NS Duration

4h 15m

Cheapest Arriva NS Price

€34

Arriva NS frequency

2 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Maastricht and Groningen

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Maastricht to Groningen, you can count on NS Domestic, Arriva NS for the best way to get you to Groningen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Maastricht and Groningen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Maastricht to Groningen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.

Cheap train tickets from Maastricht to Groningen can start from as little as €34 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Maastricht to Groningen is €34; 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 Maastricht to Groningen is 3h 36m to travel the 270 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 Maastricht to Groningen leaves at 5:06 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Maastricht to Groningen leaves at 10:29 pm.

There are 21 trains a day from Maastricht to Groningen which require at least one change with NS Domestic, Arriva NS. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

A trip to Groningen from Maastricht is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 36m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Maastricht and Groningen including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Maastricht and Groningen

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

Departure train stations in Maastricht

Arrival train stations in Groningen

Which Maastricht station do trains to Groningen leave from?

Trains from Maastricht to Groningen leave from Maastricht Randwyck. The station is 2 km from Maastricht city centre at Maastricht Randwyck railway station, Randwyck, Maastricht, Netherlands.

Maastricht RandwyckMaastricht Randwyck railway station, Randwyck, Maastricht, Netherlands Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Maastricht Randwyck from Maastricht city centre

Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStoptrein RS12, Stoptrein RS18, Sneltrein RE18 · 3m · €1 · every ~11 min

Bus10 · 9m · €2 · every ~6 min

Maastricht Randwyck train station facilities and services

Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.

MaastrichtStationsplein 29, 6221 BT Maastricht, Netherlands+31 30 235 7822 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Maastricht from Maastricht city centre

Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus20a, 206, 45, 62, 63 · 4m · €2 · every ~12 min

3, 7 · 6m · €2 · every ~7 min

Maastricht train station facilities and services

Maastricht 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.