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Five ways to Travel from Rotterdam to Groningen

Composite routes from Rotterdam to Groningen

Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
245 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 47 min
Train
245 km.
from €59.94
4 h 36 min
202 km.
from $49.65
5 h 2 min
Train, Bus
202 km.
from $71.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$38.22
Bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29
Bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.39–$29.31

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Rotterdam to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$19.11
Bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.39–$29.31

Qbuzz B.V.

Phone:
+31 (0)900 – 0108
Email:
Website:
qbuzz.nl/gd/direct-naar/english
Bus from Emmeloord, Busstation to Groningen,
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.13–$82.82
Train from Gouda to Groningen
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.58–$76.45
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lelystad
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.22–$39.13

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lelystad
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen is to bus which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $28.26 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Groningen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Groningen central station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Groningen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Groningen. Services depart twice daily, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Groningen?

The distance between Rotterdam and Groningen is 247 km. The road distance is 245.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $28.26 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Rotterdam Centraal to Groningen takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Groningen bus from?

Rotterdam to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Groningen train from?

Rotterdam to Groningen train services, operated by NS, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Groningen?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $28.26 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Groningen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Groningen train arrive?

Rotterdam to Groningen train services, operated by NS, arrive at Groningen station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Groningen is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Rotterdam to Groningen.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to Groningen?

Book your Rotterdam to Groningen train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Rotterdam 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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