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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Almelo is to bus which costs €17 - €29 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Almelo is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Almelo?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Almelo. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Almelo via Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Groningen to Almelo?

The distance between Groningen and Almelo is 148 km. The road distance is 116.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Almelo without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €26 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Groningen to Almelo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Almelo train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Almelo?

The best way to get from Groningen to Almelo is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €26 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €29 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Groningen to Almelo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Almelo?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Almelo is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Groningen to Almelo.

Where can I stay near Almelo?

There are 750+ hotels available in Almelo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Groningen to Almelo 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 Groningen to Zwolletrain Sprinter / ...
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Almelotrain Sprinter RS23 / ...
1h 58m
€27–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Enschedebus 027
2h 19m
€17–29
Drive 116.6 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Almelocar 116.6 km
1h 23m
€21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Emmen, Station uitstaphaltebus 300
2. Take the train from Emmen to Hardenbergtrain
3. Take the train from Hardenberg to Almelotrain
2h 40m
€24–30

Groningen to Almelo by train

297Weekly Trains

1h 58mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.2 km
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Almelo, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Groningen to Almelo via Zwolle in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Enschede 5 times a week. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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