The average train between Groningen and Venlo takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Groningen to Venlo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Groningen and Venlo. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Groningen is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Venlo at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Zwolle and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Groningen to Venlo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Venlo. However, there are services departing from Groningen station and arriving at Venlo station via Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Groningen to Venlo train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Groningen station.
Groningen to Venlo train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Blerick station.
Book your Groningen to Venlo train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Arriva NL.
The distance between Groningen and Venlo is 207.4 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Groningen to Blerick via Zwolle and Nijmegen in around 3h 50m.