How to travel from Groningen to Brussels

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Compare train and bus for Groningen to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, while a train costs an average of $62.

Distance: 188 miles (304 km)

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$62

Average price

$47

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4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 17m

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6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

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

Compare ways to travel from Groningen to Brussels

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

The cheapest way to travel from Groningen to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $47.

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

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Brussels costing on average $62.

The fastest way to travel from Groningen to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 53m.

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

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from Groningen to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • NS International | IC Brussel770+Intercity4522+Eurocity Direct9572
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • NS International | IC Brussel770+Intercity4522+Eurocity Direct9572
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • NS International | IC Brussel770+Eurostar9398
    1 transfer

Other options

  • NS International | IC Brussel762+Eurocity Direct9564
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel754+Eurocity Direct9556
    1 transfer
  • NS International | IC Brussel544 · 2044+EuroCity9244+Intercity2038
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Groningen to Brussels

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There are 2 options to travel between Groningen and Brussels including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Groningen to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $47.

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

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Brussels costing on average $62.

The fastest way to travel from Groningen to Brussels is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 53m.

The distance from Groningen to Brussels is approximately 188 miles (304 km).
The average frequency per day from Groningen to Brussels is:
  • Around 31 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Groningen and Brussels 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 Groningen to Brussels:
  • Trains mostly depart from Groningen station and arrive in Brussels-Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Groningen, Centraal Station and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Groningen to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Intercity, Eurostar to go to Brussels by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Groningen to Brussels:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Groningen to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
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