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

The cheapest way to get from Apen to Groningen is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Apen to Groningen is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs €17 - €26.

How far is it from Apen to Groningen?

The distance between Apen and Groningen is 102 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Apen to Groningen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Apen to Groningen, including transfers.

Train or bus from Apen to Groningen?

The best way to get from Apen to Groningen is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €55 - €90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €55 and takes 2h 46m.

Can I drive from Apen to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Apen to Groningen is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Apen to Groningen.

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 462+ hotels available in Groningen.

Apen to Groningen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Apen to Groningen by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leer to Groningen, Hoofdstationbus 401 / ...
2h 25m
€58–88
Drive 99.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Apen to Groningencar 99.7 km
1h 4m
€18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Leer to Bad Nieuweschanstrain Sneltrein RE6
2. Take the train from Bad Nieuweschans to Groningentrain Sneltrein RE6 / ...
2h 46m
€24–51

Apen to Groningen by bus and train

87Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Apen, Germany and Groningen, Netherlands?

Arriva NL operates a bus from Leer to Groningen, Hoofdstation hourly. Tickets cost €13–18 and the journey takes 55 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Apen Markt to Groningen via Augustfehn Bahnhof, Augustfehn, Leer, and Bad Nieuweschans in around 2h 46m.

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