How to travel from Schiphol to Groningen

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Compare bus and train for Schiphol to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $41.

Distance: 98 miles (158 km)

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Driving

$45

Average price

$22

Average price

Cheapest

$46

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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30m

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3h 14m

Average total duration

2h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

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NS International | IC Brussel

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $22 (€18).

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

A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Groningen costing on average $45 (€36).

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 44m.

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

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from Schiphol to Groningen

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:00 PM2h50
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    2:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:00 PM2h50
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    2:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • NS DomesticIC 3121 · IC 819 · IC 519
    6:33 AM2h09
    Schiphol Airport
    8:42 AMGroningen station
    $411One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • NS DomesticIC 3171 · IC 769
    7:03 PM2h09
    Schiphol Airport
    9:12 PMGroningen station
    $411One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 3173 · IC 871 · IC 571
    7:33 PM2h09
    Schiphol Airport
    9:42 PMGroningen station
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 3175 · IC 773
    8:03 PM2h09
    Schiphol Airport
    10:12 PMGroningen station
    $411One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:10 AM3h00
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    4:10 AMGroningen, Centraal Station
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Schiphol 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 Schiphol to Groningen.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Schiphol and Groningen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Groningen is a bus with an average price of $22 (€18).

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

A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Groningen costing on average $45 (€36).

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 44m.

The distance from Schiphol to Groningen is approximately 98 miles (158 km).
The average frequency per day from Schiphol to Groningen is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Schiphol and Groningen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Schiphol to Groningen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Schiphol Airport and arrive in Groningen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Schiphol 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 NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic, Intercity to go to Groningen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Schiphol to Groningen with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 5 direct trains per day with NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, NS Domestic.
Omio customers who travel from Schiphol 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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