How to travel from Amsterdam to Groningen

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Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. 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 $19, while a train costs an average of $40.

Distance: 91 miles (147 km)

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$19

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2h 42m

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2h 12m

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2h 59m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Groningen costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Groningen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Groningen among Omio's users.

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from Amsterdam to Groningen

How to get from Amsterdam to Groningen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Groningen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 AM2h15
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    12:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 AM2h15
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    12:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM2h10
    Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H)
    1:25 AMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • NS DomesticSPR 4033 · SPR 4631 · IC 831 · IC 531
    9:17 AM2h25
    Amsterdam Centraal
    11:42 AMGroningen station
    $401One-way
    3 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 4031 · SPR 4629 · IC 729
    8:47 AM2h25
    Amsterdam Centraal
    11:12 AMGroningen station
    $401One-way
    2 transfers
  • NS DomesticSPR 4029 · SPR 4627 · IC 827 · IC 527
    8:17 AM2h25
    Amsterdam Centraal
    10:42 AMGroningen station
    $401One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 PM2h20
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    9:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:30 PM2h20
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    3:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:45 PM2h35
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    7:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Groningen

Travel to Groningen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Groningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Amsterdam and Groningen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Groningen costing on average $40 (€33).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 59m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Groningen is approximately 91 miles (147 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Groningen is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Groningen as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Groningen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Groningen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Groningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Arriva NS, Intercity, NS Domestic, Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, NS International to go to Groningen by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Groningen by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Groningen with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Arriva NS.
  • 11 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Groningen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Hamburg, Berlin, Bremen, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Groningen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Groningen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.
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