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

The cheapest way to get from Purmerend to Groningen is to bus which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purmerend to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Purmerend and Groningen?

No, there is no direct bus from Purmerend to Groningen station. However, there are services departing from Purmerend, Rozenstraat and arriving at Groningen central station via Amsterdam Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Purmerend and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Purmerend to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Purmerend and arriving at Groningen via Amsterdam Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Purmerend to Groningen?

The distance between Purmerend and Groningen is 229 km. The road distance is 180.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Purmerend to Groningen without a car is to train via Amsterdam, Station Noord which takes 3h 14m and costs €27 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Purmerend to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Groningen bus from?

Purmerend to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Amsterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Purmerend to Groningen train from?

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

Train or bus from Purmerend to Groningen?

The best way to get from Purmerend to Groningen is to train via Amsterdam, Station Noord which takes 3h 14m and costs €27 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Purmerend to Groningen bus arrive?

Purmerend to Groningen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Groningen central station.

Where does the Purmerend to Groningen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purmerend to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Purmerend to Groningen is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Purmerend to Groningen.

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

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Purmerend to Groningen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 129 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Purmerend to Groningen by train, bus, or car

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Train via Amsterdam, Station Noord
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Zuid to Groningentrain Intercity
3h 14m
€28–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Groningen central stationbus N75 / ...
3h 31m
€17–26
Drive 180.5 km
1. Drive from Purmerend to Groningencar 180.5 km
2h 4m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningentrain Intercity
3h 43m
€26–60
Line 129 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Purmerend, Tramplein to Alkmaar, Stationbus 129
2. Take the bus from Alkmaar, Station to Leeuwarden, Busstationbus 350
3. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Groningentrain
4h 22m
€37–50

Purmerend to Groningen by bus, subway, and train

125Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.5 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Zuid to Groningen hourly. Tickets cost €22–50 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Arriva NL also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Amsterdam Central Station to Groningen central station twice daily. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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