The average train between Vlaardingen and Groningen takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Vlaardingen to Groningen. 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 hourly between Vlaardingen and Groningen. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Vlaardingen is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Groningen at 1:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Rotterdam, Alexander and take an average of 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Vlaardingen to Groningen? 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 Vlaardingen to Groningen. However, there are services departing from Vlaardingen station and arriving at Groningen station via Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Vlaardingen to Groningen train services, operated by RET, depart from Gouda station.
Vlaardingen to Groningen train services, operated by RET, arrive at Groningen station.
The distance between Vlaardingen and Groningen is 209.1 km. The road distance is 257 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Gouda to Groningen hourly. Tickets cost €24–55 and the journey takes 2h 13m.