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Compare train and bus for Gelsenkirchen to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
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FAQs: Travel from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Groningen.

This is compared to other travel options from Gelsenkirchen to Groningen:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gelsenkirchen to Groningen costing on average $69 (€55).
Other travel options to Groningen take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 57m.
- Around 17 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gelsenkirchen and Groningen as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen, Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
- Trains mostly depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arrive in Groningen Noord.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Groningen by train.
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