How to travel from Eindhoven to Groningen

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Compare train and bus for Eindhoven to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eindhoven to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. 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 CHF 33, while a train costs an average of CHF 33.

Distance: 131 miles (211 km)

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Driving

CHF 33

Average price

CHF 33

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Cheapest

CHF 46

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 19m

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Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

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5h 18m

Average total duration

4h 48m

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30m

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2h 55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

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CO2 emissions

NS Domestic

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FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Eindhoven to Groningen

Compare the available ways to get from Eindhoven to Groningen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Eindhoven to Groningen is a bus with an average price of CHF 33.

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

A bus is CHF 1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eindhoven to Groningen costing on average CHF 33.

The fastest way to travel from Eindhoven to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Eindhoven and Groningen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Eindhoven to Groningen among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (2h 49m by train vs 2h 55m by car) and roughly CHF 14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF 33 vs CHF 46). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Eindhoven to Groningen

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • NS DomesticIC 3528 · IC 531
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • NS DomesticIC 3528 · IC 531
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 3528 · IC 531
    1 transfer

Other options

  • NS DomesticIC 3526 · IC 629 · IC 729
    2 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 3530 · IC 633 · IC 733
    2 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 3532 · IC 535
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven to Groningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Eindhoven and Groningen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Eindhoven to Groningen is a bus with an average price of CHF 33.

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

A bus is CHF 1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eindhoven to Groningen costing on average CHF 33.

The fastest way to travel from Eindhoven to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 18m.

The distance from Eindhoven to Groningen is approximately 131 miles (211 km).
The average frequency per day from Eindhoven to Groningen is:
  • Around 19 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven to Groningen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Eindhoven station and arrive in Groningen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Eindhoven, John F. Kennedylaan (Central Station) and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Eindhoven to Groningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Intercity, NS | BUS, NS International, Arriva NS to go to Groningen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Groningen by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Eindhoven to Groningen often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Hamburg, Berlin, 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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