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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Groningen is to bus which costs €30 - €80 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Groningen is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Groningen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Groningen station. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Groningen central station via Bruges and Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Groningen via Antwerpen-Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Ostend to Groningen?

The distance between Ostend and Groningen is 465 km. The road distance is 426.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Groningen without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs €80 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Ostend to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Groningen bus from?

Ostend to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Groningen train from?

Ostend to Groningen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to Groningen?

The best way to get from Ostend to Groningen is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs €80 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €80 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Ostend to Groningen bus arrive?

Ostend to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Ostend to Groningen train arrive?

Ostend to Groningen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Groningen is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Ostend to Groningen.

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

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Where can I stay near Groningen?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ostend to Groningen by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Groningentrain Int. Trein
5h 59m
€85–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 826 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central stationbus N44 / ...
9h 48m
€34–78
Drive 426.5 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Groningencar 426.5 km
4h 36m
€75–108
Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
1. Take the train from Ostende to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Groningentrain
6h 5m
€70–235

Ostend to Groningen by train

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 465 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Groningen, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Ostende to Groningen via Anvers-Central and Antwerpen-Centraal in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Groningen central station via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 9h 48m.

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