How to travel from Antwerp to Groningen

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 bus with an average price of €35.

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

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Groningen costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 16m.

The distance from Antwerp to Groningen is approximately 165 miles (267 km).

The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Groningen is:

• Around 20 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Groningen by bus.
• Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Intercity, EuroCity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Groningen by train.

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.