The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Groningen
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
4
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 $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Groningen without transferring at least 2 times.
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Compare bus and train 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 €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 192 miles (310 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€38 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ghent to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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729+ 9531+ 737 | 7:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h45 | 12:12 PM Groningen station | 2 transfers | |
730+ 9535+ 741 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h45 | 1:12 PM Groningen station | 2 transfers | |
731+ 9539+ 745 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h45 | 2:12 PM Groningen station | 2 transfers | |
732+ 9543+ 749 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4h45 | 3:12 PM Groningen station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Groningen
Distance 192 miles (310 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 01:08 |
Last train 21:27 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ghent to Groningen start from as low as $33 (€27) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $47 (€38) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: SNCB from Ghent to Groningen trainsSNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Groningen from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 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
- 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
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