How to travel from Basel to Groningen

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Compare bus and train for Basel to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $95 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, while a train costs an average of $144.

Distance: 393 miles (633 km)

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Driving

$144

Average price

$95

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Cheapest

$232

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8h 47m

Average total duration

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8h 17m

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15h 0m

Average total duration

14h 30m

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7h 29m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $80.

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

A bus is $50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Groningen costing on average $130.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 9h 7m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Basel and Groningen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Basel 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 $130 compared to roughly $232 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $102. The journey takes 8h 37m versus 7h 29m 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.

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from Basel to Groningen

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 PM17h40
    Basel, Bahnhof
    12:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $461One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 PM17h40
    Basel, Bahnhof
    12:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $461One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:25 AM15h25
    Basel, Bahnhof
    3:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $631One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM16h00
    Basel, Bahnhof
    2:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:35 AM15h45
    Basel, Bahnhof
    7:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $541One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 AM18h40
    Basel, Bahnhof
    2:45 AMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $601One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Basel 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 Basel to Groningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Basel and Groningen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $95.

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

A bus is $49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Groningen costing on average $144.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 8h 47m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 0m.

The distance from Basel to Groningen is approximately 393 miles (633 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Groningen is:
  • Around 14 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Groningen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Groningen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Groningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Groningen by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Groningen by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Basel 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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