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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Groningen

Composite routes from Essen to Groningen

Cheapest
2 h 23 min
Car
236 km.
from $12
Other
4 h 36 min
198 km.
from $97.11

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
4h 45m
4 times a week
$31.81–$44.53
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 4
NS
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Arriva NL
Website
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
NS
Website
54 min
Every 4 hours
$15.27–$39.44
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
54 min
Every 4 hours
$35.62–$40.71
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Arriva NL
Website
55 min
Once a week
$17.81–$25.45
0800-0232 545
0800-0232 545
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VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
1h 23m
Hourly
$17.81–$26.72
069 450099650
069 450099650
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Groningen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Groningen is to bus which costs $27.17 - $38.04 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Groningen?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Groningen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Groningen central station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Groningen via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Essen to Groningen?

The distance between Essen and Groningen is 287 km. The road distance is 243.4 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Groningen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Groningen without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $40.22 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Groningen?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Essen to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Groningen bus from?

Essen to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Groningen train from?

Essen to Groningen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Groningen?

The best way to get from Essen to Groningen is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $40.22 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $38.04 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Essen to Groningen bus arrive?

Essen to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Where does the Essen to Groningen train arrive?

Essen to Groningen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Groningen is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Essen to Groningen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Groningen?

Book your Essen to Groningen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 343+ hotels available in Groningen. Prices start at $53.02 per night.
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