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1 h 6 min
91 km.
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Groningen, Netherlands → Balk, Netherlands

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Groningen to Balk

Cheapest
1 h 6 min
Car
91 km.
from $5
Other
2 h 9 min
Train, Bus
72 km.
from $32.84
2 h 10 min
74 km.
from $21.89

Transport providers

Train operators

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Groningen to Leeuwarden
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56
Train from Leeuwarden to Sneek
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

Bus operators

Qbuzz B.V.

Phone:
+31 (0)900 – 0108
Email:
Website:
qbuzz.nl/gd/direct-naar/english
Bus from Sneek, Busstation to Balk,
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.12
Bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Heerenveen,
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.02
Bus from Heerenveen, Busstation to Balk,
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.84–$7.01

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Balk is to bus and line 41 bus which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Balk is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Balk?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Balk. However, there are services departing from Groningen, Hoofdstation and arriving at Balk, Meineszleane via Heerenveen, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Groningen to Balk?

The distance between Groningen and Balk is 95 km. The road distance is 91.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Balk without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Groningen to Balk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Balk bus from?

Groningen to Balk bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Groningen, Hoofdstation.

Train, bus or fly from Groningen to Balk?

The best way to get from Groningen to Balk is to bus and line 41 bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . There are no good options to train or bus between Groningen to Balk.

Where does the Groningen to Balk bus arrive?

Groningen to Balk bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Heerenveen, Busstation.

Can I drive from Groningen to Balk?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Balk is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Groningen to Balk.

Where can I stay near Balk?

There are 660+ hotels available in Balk. Prices start at $39.72 per night.
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