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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Elmshorn is to bus via Hamburg which costs €27 - €50 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Elmshorn is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Elmshorn?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Elmshorn. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Elmshorn via Zwolle, Hengelo, Hamburg-Harburg and Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Groningen to Elmshorn?

The distance between Groningen and Elmshorn is 327 km. The road distance is 320.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Elmshorn without a car is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs €45 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Groningen to Elmshorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Elmshorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Elmshorn?

The best way to get from Groningen to Elmshorn is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs €45 - €95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €240 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Groningen to Elmshorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Elmshorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Elmshorn is 321 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Groningen to Elmshorn.

How do I get a train ticket from Groningen to Elmshorn?

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Where can I stay near Elmshorn?

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Groningen to Elmshorn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Groningen to Elmshorn 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 Groningen to Hamburg - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 37m
€47–91
Bus via Hamburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N75 / ...
4h 51m
€28–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)bus
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Bremen Hbftrain 56
3. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 45m
Drive 320.8 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Elmshorncar 320.8 km
3h 2m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Groningen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Hengelotrain
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Hamburg-Harburgtrain Ice
6h 37m
€62–240

Groningen to Elmshorn by bus and train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 327.5 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Groningen to Hamburg - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €23–45 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Groningen to Elmshorn via Zwolle, Hengelo, Hamburg-Harburg, and Hamburg Hbf in around 6h 37m.

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