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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Groningen is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Groningen is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs €95 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Groningen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Groningen central station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Groningen. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Groningen via Berlin Hbf, Hengelo and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Germany to Groningen?

The distance between Germany and Groningen is 646 km. The road distance is 565.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Groningen without a car is to train via Enschede which takes 7h 6m and costs €100 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Germany to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Groningen bus from?

Germany to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Groningen train from?

Germany to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Groningen?

The best way to get from Germany to Groningen is to train via Enschede which takes 7h 6m and costs €100 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h.

Where does the Germany to Groningen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Germany to Groningen train arrive?

Germany to Groningen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Hengelo station.

Can I drive from Germany to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Groningen is 565 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Germany to Groningen.

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

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

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 462+ hotels available in Groningen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Germany 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 Enschede
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hengelotrain Ice
2. Take the train from Hengelo to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Groningentrain
7h 6m
€102–328
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Groningen central stationbus N44
9h
€30–65
Drive 565.4 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Groningencar 565.4 km
4h 56m
€99–142
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Leer(Ostfriesl)train 56
2. Take the train from Bad Nieuweschans to Groningentrain Sneltrein RE6 / ...
8h 45m
€69–176

Germany to Groningen by train

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7h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 646.3 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Germany and Groningen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Groningen via Berlin Hbf, Hengelo, and Zwolle in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Groningen central station once daily. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 9h.

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