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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Groningen
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Groningen will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ghent for Groningen on Sun, May 10, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 310 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 m 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.
8:27 AM4h45Ghent1:12 PMGroningen$511One-way0 transfers- 7:27 AM4h45Ghent12:12 PMGroningen$561One-way0 transfers
6:27 AM5h15Ghent11:42 AMGroningen$661One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM4h45Ghent1:12 PMGroningen$511One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM4h45Ghent12:12 PMGroningen$561One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM5h15Ghent11:42 AMGroningen$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ghent to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 192 miles (310 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Groningen:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Groningen costing on average $68 (€54).
Other travel options to Groningen take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€54) compared to roughly $87 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 4h 21m versus 4h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ghent to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Groningen trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:27 AM Ghent | 5h15 | 12:42 PM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:03 AM Ghent | 5h09 | 1:12 PM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:27 AM Ghent | 5h45 | 3:12 PM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:27 AM Ghent | 4h45 | 3:12 PM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Groningen
Belgium
Netherlands
Trains from Ghent to Groningen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (310 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 192 miles (310 km) |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCB from Ghent to Groningen trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Groningen from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Eurocity Direct
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
SNCB
FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Groningen
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Kasteellaan.
- De Graslei
- Amadeus Ghent 1
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
- Hotel Cathedral
- Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Antwerp, Brussels, and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Stationsweg.
- De Drie Gezusters
- Mr. Mofongo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- NH Groningen Hotel
- The Student Hotel Groningen
- City Hotel Groningen
- Located in the main hall
- 6500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: NS services to various destinations
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- 80 places, covered
- The station is a small regional station with two platforms and a simple layout.
- Bus: Line 3, Line 4
- Train: Arriva services to Groningen Central and Delfzijl
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