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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Groningen is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Groningen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Groningen central station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Groningen via Duisburg Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Essen to Groningen?

The distance between Essen and Groningen is 296 km. The road distance is 234.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Groningen without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €55 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Essen to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Groningen bus from?

Essen to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Groningen train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Groningen?

The best way to get from Essen to Groningen is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €55 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €80 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Essen to Groningen bus arrive?

Essen to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Where does the Essen to Groningen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Groningen is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Essen to Groningen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Groningen?

Book your Essen to Groningen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 461+ hotels available in Groningen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Essen 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
best
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Groningentrain
4h 7m
€56–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Groningen central stationbus 027
4h 45m
€27–80
Drive 234.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Groningencar 234.9 km
2h 20m
€42–61

Essen to Groningen by train

224Weekly Trains

4h 7mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 296.1 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Groningen via Duisburg Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zwolle in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Groningen central station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €27–80 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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