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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Utrecht is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Utrecht is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €21 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Groningen and arriving at Utrecht. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Utrecht?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Groningen and arriving at Utrecht Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Groningen to Utrecht?

The distance between Groningen and Utrecht is 191 km. The road distance is 185 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Utrecht without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €21 - €50.

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

The train from Groningen to Utrecht Centraal takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Utrecht bus from?

Groningen to Utrecht bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Groningen station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Utrecht train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Utrecht?

The best way to get from Groningen to Utrecht is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €21 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Groningen to Utrecht bus arrive?

Groningen to Utrecht bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Utrecht station.

Where does the Groningen to Utrecht train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Utrecht?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Utrecht is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Groningen to Utrecht.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Groningen to Utrecht 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 Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
1h 51m
€21–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen to Utrechtbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 10m
€17–35
Drive 185 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Utrechtcar 185 km
2h 11m
€33–48
Bus via Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrumbus 075
3h 52m
€19–32

Groningen to Utrecht by train

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Distance: 191.2 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Utrecht Centraal hourly. Tickets cost €21–50 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Groningen to Utrecht once daily. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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