How to travel from Antwerp to Groningen

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Compare train and bus for Antwerp to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč979 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč979, while a train costs an average of Kč1233.

Distance: 165 miles (267 km)

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Bus

Kč1233

Average price

Kč979

Average price

Cheapest

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 35m

Average total duration

5h 5m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

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from Antwerp to Groningen

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    6:23 PM7h22
    Antwerp
    1:45 AMGroningen
    8181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:23 PM7h22
    Antwerp
    1:45 AMGroningen
    8181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    10:50 AM5h10
    Antwerp
    4:00 PMGroningen
    10331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    12:40 PM8h10
    Antwerp
    8:50 PMGroningen
    9331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:30 PM6h15
    Antwerp
    1:45 AMGroningen
    10031One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    1:35 PM7h15
    Antwerp
    8:50 PMGroningen
    11461One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Groningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Groningen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Groningen is a train with an average price of Kč901.

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

A train is Kč77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Antwerp to Groningen costing on average Kč979.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 0m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 35m.

The distance from Antwerp to Groningen is approximately 165 miles (267 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Groningen is:
  • Around 23 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Groningen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Groningen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Groningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic, Eurostar, Intercity, EuroCity to go to Groningen by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Groningen by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Antwerp to Groningen:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Groningen often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, Hamburg, Bremen. 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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