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

The cheapest way to get from Vlaardingen to Groningen is to bus which costs €14 - €50 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vlaardingen to Groningen is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Vlaardingen and Groningen?

No, there is no direct train from Vlaardingen to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Vlaardingen, Vlaardingen Centrum and arriving at Groningen via Rotterdam Alexander and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Vlaardingen to Groningen?

The distance between Vlaardingen and Groningen is 258 km. The road distance is 250.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vlaardingen to Groningen without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €40 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Vlaardingen to Groningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vlaardingen to Groningen train from?

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

Train or bus from Vlaardingen to Groningen?

The best way to get from Vlaardingen to Groningen is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €40 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €50 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Vlaardingen to Groningen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vlaardingen to Groningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vlaardingen to Groningen is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Vlaardingen to Groningen.

Where can I stay near Groningen?

There are 458+ hotels available in Groningen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Vlaardingen 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 44m
€43–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Amsterdam SloterdijkN814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Groningen central station075 / ...
4h 48m
€14–46
Drive 250.4 km
1. Drive from Vlaardingen to Groningen250.4 km
2h 51m
€45–64
Bus via Utrecht
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam, Capelsebrug Hoog to Utrecht, CS Jaarbeurszijde295
2. Take the bus from Utrecht to GroningenBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 2m
€34–51

Vlaardingen to Groningen by subway and train

127Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.3 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Vlaardingen, 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, you can take a train from Schiedam Centrum to Groningen central station via Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Central Station, and Amsterdam Sloterdijk in around 4h 48m.

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