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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Groningen is to train which costs €30 - €110 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Groningen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Groningen station. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Groningen central station via Münster bus stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Groningen via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Groningen?

The distance between Cologne and Groningen is 341 km. The road distance is 302 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Groningen without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 10m and costs €60 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Cologne to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Groningen bus from?

Cologne to Groningen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Groningen train from?

Cologne to Groningen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Groningen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Groningen is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 10m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Cologne to Groningen bus arrive?

Cologne to Groningen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Münster-Mitte station.

Where does the Cologne to Groningen train arrive?

Cologne to Groningen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Groningen is 302 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cologne to Groningen.

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 461+ hotels available in Groningen.

Cologne to Groningen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Groningen by train, bus, 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.

Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Groningentrain
4h 10m
€61–157
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leer(Ostfriesl)train 35
2. Take the train from Bad Nieuweschans to Groningentrain Sneltrein RE6 / ...
5h 29m
€32–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Münster-Mittebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Groningen central stationbus 027
5h 36m
Drive 302 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Groningencar 302 km
2h 53m
€54–77

Cologne to Groningen by train

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Distance: 340.9 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Groningen via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Groningen central station via Münster-Mitte and Münster bus stop in around 5h 36m.

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