The average train between Rotterdam and Groningen takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotterdam 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 hourly between Rotterdam and Groningen. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Groningen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal station and arriving at Groningen station via Amsterdam Zuid station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Rotterdam to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Rotterdam to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Groningen station.
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The distance between Rotterdam and Groningen is 201.7 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Groningen via Amsterdam Zuid in around 3h 14m.