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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €16 - €29 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €40 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Groningen central station station and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Rotterdam. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal via Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Groningen to Rotterdam?

The distance between Groningen and Rotterdam is 247 km. The road distance is 238.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Groningen to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €29 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Groningen to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Groningen to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Groningen to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Rotterdam is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Groningen to Rotterdam.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

There are 816+ hotels available in Rotterdam.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Groningen to Rotterdam 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 GoudaIntercity
2h 38m
€42–123
Bus via Amsterdam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam SloterdijkN1386 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Rotterdam Central Station814 / ...
3h 32m
€13–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Rotterdam Central StationN818 / ...
3h 30m
€16–29
Drive 238.8 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Rotterdam238.8 km
2h 55m
€42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Emmeloord, Busstation315
2. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Rotterdam CentraalIntercity direct / ...
4h 41m
€40–48

Groningen to Rotterdam by train

126Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.7 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Gouda hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Rotterdam Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–29 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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