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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen is to bus which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Groningen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Groningen central station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Groningen via Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Groningen?

The distance between Rotterdam and Groningen is 247 km. The road distance is 242.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Rotterdam to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Groningen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Groningen train from?

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

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Groningen?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Groningen is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Groningen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Groningen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Groningen is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Rotterdam to Groningen.

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

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

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 462+ hotels available in Groningen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rotterdam to Groningen 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 Gouda to GroningenIntercity
3h 11m
€41–126
Bus via Amsterdam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central station075 / ...
4h 25m
€13–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central stationN818 / ...
3h 45m
€16–35
Drive 242.6 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Groningen242.6 km
2h 53m
€43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lelystad CentrumIntercity direct / ...
2. Take the bus from Emmeloord, Busstation to Groningen, Hoofdstation, uitstaphalte315 / ...
4h 24m
€40–49

Rotterdam to Groningen by train

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Distance: 246.7 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Groningen hourly. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Groningen central station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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