The average train between Kiel and Groningen takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel to Groningen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Kiel and Groningen. The earliest departure is at 2:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 6:16 PM which arrives into Groningen at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



6h 22m • 3 changes


5h 22m • 3 changes


5h 11m • 3 changes


5h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel to Groningen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf station and arriving at Groningen station via Hamburg Hbf station, Bremen Hbf station and Leer(Ostfriesl) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Kiel to Groningen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Groningen station.
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The distance between Kiel and Groningen is 264.6 km. The road distance is 382 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Groningen via Hamburg Hbf, Bremen Hbf, and Leer(Ostfriesl) in around 5h 44m.