How to travel from Bruges to Groningen

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Compare train and bus for Bruges to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $50.

Distance: 198 miles (319 km)

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$74

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$54

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$99

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5h 35m

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5h 5m

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30m

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7h 6m

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6h 36m

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4h 51m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $54 (€44).

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

A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Groningen costing on average $74 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 5h 5m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 36m.

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

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from Bruges to Groningen

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Regional565+NS International | IC Brussel3666+NS | BUS27205+NS International | IC Brussel579
    3:23 PM8h19
    Bruges-St.-Pieters
    11:42 PMGroningen station
    $601One-way
    4 transfers

Cheapest

  • Regional565+NS International | IC Brussel3666+NS | BUS27205+NS International | IC Brussel579
    3:23 PM8h19
    Bruges-St.-Pieters
    11:42 PMGroningen station
    $601One-way
    4 transfers

Fastest

  • Intercity514 · 736+NS International | IC Brussel765+Eurostar9351
    2:59 PM5h44
    Bruges station
    8:43 PMGroningen station
    $1251One-way
    5 transfers

Other options

  • Regional563+NS International | IC Brussel3658+NS | BUS27189+NS International | IC Brussel571
    1:23 PM8h20
    Bruges-St.-Pieters
    9:43 PMGroningen station
    $601One-way
    4 transfers
  • Intercity513 · 735+NS | BUS27262+NS International | IC Brussel765
    1:59 PM6h14
    Bruges station
    8:13 PMGroningen station
    $631One-way
    5 transfers
  • Regional563+Intercity735+NS International | IC Brussel863+NS | BUS27262
    1:23 PM6h50
    Bruges-St.-Pieters
    8:13 PMGroningen station
    $631One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:20 PM7h30
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    9:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 AM10h20
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    2:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $721One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:25 AM9h55
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    7:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $811One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bruges 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 Bruges to Groningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bruges and Groningen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $54 (€44).

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

A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Groningen costing on average $74 (€60).

The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 5h 5m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 36m.

The distance from Bruges to Groningen is approximately 198 miles (319 km).
The average frequency per day from Bruges to Groningen is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bruges 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 Bruges to Groningen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bruges station and arrive in Groningen station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bruges to Groningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Groningen by bus.
  • Travel with Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, SNCB to go to Groningen by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bruges 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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