How to travel from Groningen to Oldenburg

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Compare train and bus for Groningen to Oldenburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Oldenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 68 miles (110 km)

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€18

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Cheapest

€41

Average price

€26

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 28m

Average total duration

1h 58m

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30m

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2h 27m

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1h 57m

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1h 31m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Groningen to Oldenburg is a bus with an average price of €18.

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

A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Oldenburg costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Groningen to Oldenburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 27m.

Other travel options to Oldenburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Groningen and Oldenburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Groningen to Oldenburg among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €8. The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Groningen to Oldenburg

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 PM2h15
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    9:40 PMOldenburg, ZOB
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 PM2h15
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    9:40 PMOldenburg, ZOB
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:50 AM1h35
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    4:25 AMOldenburg, ZOB
    181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn37851 · Bus 72018 · 4431
    3:57 PM2h26
    Groningen Europapark
    6:23 PMOldenburg Hbf
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn37859 · Bus 72019 · 4435
    5:57 PM2h26
    Groningen Europapark
    8:23 PMOldenburg Hbf
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn37867 · Bus 72020 · 4439
    7:57 PM2h26
    Groningen Europapark
    10:23 PMOldenburg Hbf
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:55 PM2h25
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    6:20 PMOldenburg, ZOB
    171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 PM2h10
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    12:05 AMOldenburg, ZOB
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:25 PM1h55
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    2:20 PMOldenburg, ZOB
    231One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Groningen to Oldenburg

Travel to Oldenburg 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 Groningen to Oldenburg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Groningen and Oldenburg including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Groningen to Oldenburg is a bus with an average price of €18.

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

A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Oldenburg costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Groningen to Oldenburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 27m.

Other travel options to Oldenburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 28m.

The distance from Groningen to Oldenburg is approximately 68 miles (110 km).
The average frequency per day from Groningen to Oldenburg is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Groningen and Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Groningen, Centraal Station and arrive in Oldenburg, ZOB.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from {departureStation_2} and arrive in Oldenburg Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Groningen to Oldenburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Oldenburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Arriva NL to go to Oldenburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Groningen to Oldenburg:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Groningen to Oldenburg often also extend their vacation to go to Bremen, Berlin, Hamburg, Amsterdam, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oldenburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oldenburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Oldenburg, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal to explore its historical sites, parks, and local culture.
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