The average train between Rotterdam and Groningen takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. The train service runs several times per day 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 every 3 hours between Rotterdam and Groningen. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Groningen at 1:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam station and arriving at Groningen station via Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Rotterdam to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Gouda station.
Rotterdam to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Groningen station.
The distance between Rotterdam and Groningen is 201.7 km. The road distance is 247 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Groningen hourly. Tickets cost €23–60 and the journey takes 2h 13m.