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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leer to Groningen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€23

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€23

Fastest journey on Sep 20

55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

55 m

Trains on Sep 20

Distance

60 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leer to Groningen will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 5 trains from Leer to Groningen, including 5 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 55 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.

Bus 72012
3:30 PM0h55
Leer
4:25 PMGroningen
€231One-way
0 transfers
Bus 72013
5:30 PM0h55
Leer
6:25 PMGroningen
€231One-way
0 transfers
Bus 72011
1:30 PM0h55
Leer
2:25 PMGroningen
€231One-way
0 transfers
Bus 72009
9:30 AM0h55
Leer
10:25 AMGroningen
€231One-way
0 transfers
Bus 72010
11:30 AM0h55
Leer
12:25 PMGroningen
€231One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leer to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leer to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 37 miles (60 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€26 Average price	€16 Average price Cheapest	€14 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	58m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leer to Groningen is a bus with an average price of €16.

This is compared to other travel options from Leer to Groningen:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leer to Groningen costing on average €26.

The fastest way to travel from Leer to Groningen is by bus with an average journey time of 58m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 1m.

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

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leer to Groningen among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.88. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 58m 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

Leer to Groningen train times

The table below shows live departures for Leer to Groningen trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Bus 72022 · 37921	On time 6:30 AM Leer	1h52	8:22 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72008	On time 7:30 AM Leer	0h55	8:25 AM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72024 · 37929	On time 8:30 AM Leer	1h52	10:22 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72009	On time 9:30 AM Leer	0h55	10:25 AM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72026 · 37937	On time 10:30 AM Leer	1h52	12:22 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72010	On time 11:30 AM Leer	0h55	12:25 PM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72028 · 37945	On time 12:30 PM Leer	1h52	2:22 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72011	On time 1:30 PM Leer	0h55	2:25 PM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72030 · 37953	On time 2:30 PM Leer	1h52	4:22 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72012	On time 3:30 PM Leer	0h55	4:25 PM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72032 · 37961	On time 4:30 PM Leer	1h52	6:22 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72013	On time 5:30 PM Leer	0h55	6:25 PM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72034 · 37969	On time 6:30 PM Leer	1h52	8:22 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72014	On time 7:30 PM Leer	0h55	8:25 PM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72085 · 37977	On time 8:30 PM Leer	1h52	10:22 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
Bus 72015	On time 9:30 PM Leer	0h55	10:25 PM Groningen	0 transfersDirect
Bus 72087 · 37689	On time 10:30 PM Leer	2h22	12:52 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
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Why should you book Leer to Groningen trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as WestfalenBahn offer trains services from Leer to Groningen.

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of WestfalenBahn to find the best option for your trip from Leer to Groningen.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leer to Groningen.

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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leer to Groningen.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leer to Groningen

Germany

Netherlands

Trains from Leer to Groningen run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:47, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 55m.

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

Bus from €8

Distance

37 miles (60 km)

Average train duration

1h 1m

Cheapest ticket price

€22

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

55m

First train

1:47 AM

Last train

9:30 PM

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €8

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn from Leer to Groningen trainsDeutsche Bahn, WestfalenBahn trains will get you between Leer and Groningen from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

55m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

€22

Deutsche Bahn frequency

4 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.

Quiet zone

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WestfalenBahn

About

WestfalenBahn is a train company offering regional trains in Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia in Northern Germany. Founded in 2005, it has been owned by Abellio Deutschland since 2017. WestfahlenBahn covers the RE15, RE60 and RE70 regional train routes serving cities like Emden, Braunschweig, Hanover, Münster and Bielefeld.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average WestfalenBahn Duration

3h 36m

Cheapest WestfalenBahn Price

€41

WestfalenBahn frequency

10 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Seat reservation

Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

Learn more about WestfalenBahn

Complete guide to Groningen

Things to do in Groningen

Discover the best of Groningen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Groningen trip today.

Must visit

Groninger Museum

Leading museum in a bold postmodern building, known for modern art, design, and changing exhibitions beside the station.

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Recommended

Universiteitsmuseum Groningen

University museum with interactive science and medical exhibits, ideal for learning about research and discovery in Groningen.

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Recommended

Noorderlicht

Photography gallery presenting contemporary visual culture, documentary work, and thought-provoking exhibitions in the city center.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transport is manageable, and student-focused spots help keep daily costs reasonable.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips in cafes are optional.

FAQs: Trains from Leer to Groningen

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

Train ticket prices from Leer to Groningen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €22, while the average price is around €26.

The train from Leer to Groningen takes 55m and runs 3 per day.

The distance by train from Leer to Groningen is 37 miles (60 km).

The first train from Leer to Groningen leaves at 1:47 AM.

The last train from Leer to Groningen leaves at 9:30 PM.

Yes, there is a direct train from Leer to Groningen. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leer to Groningen.

The cheapest way to get from Leer to Groningen is by bus, with a cost of around €8.

The train journey from Leer to Groningen offers scenic views of the Northern Dutch countryside, featuring lush fields, canals, and traditional farms.

Yes, a day trip from Leer to Groningen is feasible with a travel time of 55m each way. Trains run 6 times per day, covering a distance of 37 miles (60 km).

In Groningen, you can visit Vismarkt for fresh produce and local specialties, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city center, and learn about nautical history at the Northern Maritime Museum. Enjoy a bike tour through the scenic countryside, attend a performance at the historic Stadsschouwburg, or take in panoramic city views from Martinitoren. Discover modern art at the Groninger Museum, enjoy leisurely walks in Noorderplantsoen, relax in the Renaissance-style Prinsentuin, or visit Forum Groningen for cultural experiences including a library and cinema.

Two to three days in Groningen are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy the vibrant cultural scene, and experience the local lifestyle.

Yes, you can take the train from Leer to Groningen.

Since both Leer and Groningen are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

Popular day trips by train from Groningen include Oldenburg, Zwolle, Emden, Arnhem, Assen.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leer to Groningen among Omio's users.

Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.

In Groningen, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and public transport. Bicycle theft is common, so securing bikes with strong locks is essential. Be aware of occasional scams involving fake charity collectors or overcharging in taxis. Always use official taxi services and avoid sharing personal information with strangers.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leer to Groningen

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

Departure train stations in Leer

Arrival train stations in Groningen

Which Leer station do trains to Groningen leave from?

Trains from Leer to Groningen leave from Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof. The station is from Leer city centre at Leer(Ostfriesl) ZOB, 26789 Leer (Ostfriesland), Germany.

Leer, ZOB/BahnhofLeer(Ostfriesl) ZOB, 26789 Leer (Ostfriesland), Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof from Leer city centre

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Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and snack bars inside the station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the station area. ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leer, ZOB/Bahnhof: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.

Leer(Ostfriesl)Leer (Ostfriesl), Bahnhofsring 8, 26789 Leer Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leer(Ostfriesl) from Leer city centre

BusN61, 656, 635, 625, 624, 622, 621, 620, N62, 623 · 2m · every ~6 min

Leer(Ostfriesl) train station facilities and services

Leer(Ostfriesl) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.