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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Lelystad is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Lelystad is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs €25 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Lelystad?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Lelystad station. However, there are services departing from Groningen, Hoofdstation and arriving at Lelystad, Station Centrum via Emmeloord, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Lelystad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Groningen and arriving at Lelystad Centrum. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Groningen to Lelystad?

The distance between Groningen and Lelystad is 153 km. The road distance is 126.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Lelystad without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs €25 - €80.

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

The train from Groningen to Lelystad Centrum takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Lelystad bus from?

Groningen to Lelystad bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Groningen, Hoofdstation.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Lelystad train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Lelystad?

The best way to get from Groningen to Lelystad is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs €25 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 214 bus, which costs and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Groningen to Lelystad bus arrive?

Groningen to Lelystad bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Emmeloord, Busstation.

Where does the Groningen to Lelystad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Lelystad?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Lelystad is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Groningen to Lelystad.

Where can I stay near Lelystad?

There are 289+ hotels available in Lelystad.

Groningen to Lelystad - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 214 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Groningen to Lelystad by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Groningen to Lelystad Centrumtrain Intercity
1h 23m
€25–80
Drive 126.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Groningen to Lelystadcar 126.6 km
1h 30m
€23–32
Bus, line 214 bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Emmeloord, Busstationbus 315
2. Take the bus from Emmeloord, Busstation to Lelystad, Station Centrumbus 214
2h 51m

Groningen to Lelystad by train

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153 km
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Lelystad Centrum hourly. Tickets cost €25–80 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Arriva NL also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Lelystad, Station Centrum via Emmeloord, Busstation in around 2h 51m.

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