The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Hoorn
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Hoorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Hoorn will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Groningen to Hoorn without transferring at least once.
1:41 AM5h26Groningen7:07 AMHoorn$721One-way1 transfer
5:36 AM3h31Groningen9:07 AMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
6:48 AM3h19Groningen10:07 AMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
7:48 AM3h19Groningen11:07 AMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
8:48 AM3h19Groningen12:07 PMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
6:48 AM3h19Groningen10:07 AMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
7:48 AM3h19Groningen11:07 AMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
8:48 AM3h19Groningen12:07 PMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
9:48 AM3h19Groningen1:07 PMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
10:48 AM3h19Groningen2:07 PMHoorn$1271One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Groningen to Hoorn
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Hoorn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$129 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Groningen to Hoorn:
A bus is $100 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Hoorn costing on average $129 (€105).
Other travel options to Hoorn take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
Tickets start at around $129 (€105) compared to roughly $38 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-91.15 (€-74.67). The journey takes 3h 38m versus 1h 55m 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
Groningen to Hoorn train times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Hoorn trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 PM Groningen | 3h19 | 12:07 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:18 PM Groningen | 3h08 | 12:26 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:48 PM Groningen | 3h18 | 1:06 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:18 PM Groningen | 3h17 | 1:35 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 1:41 AM Groningen | 5h26 | 7:07 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:36 AM Groningen | 3h31 | 9:07 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:48 AM Groningen | 3h19 | 10:07 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Groningen | 3h19 | 11:07 AM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:48 AM Groningen | 3h19 | 12:07 PM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:48 AM Groningen | 3h19 | 1:07 PM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:48 AM Groningen | 3h19 | 2:07 PM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:48 AM Groningen | 3h19 | 3:07 PM Hoorn | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Groningen to Hoorn
Trains from Groningen to Hoorn run on average 108 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 108 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Arriva NL from Groningen to Hoorn trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), Arriva NL trains will get you between Groningen and Hoorn from $24 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Arriva NL
FAQs: Trains from Groningen to Hoorn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen to Hoorn 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 Hoorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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