What is the cheapest way to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Groningen central station and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn, Centrum via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn station. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Schiphol Airport Train Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The distance between Groningen and Alphen aan den Rijn is 242 km. The road distance is 213.3 km.

How do I travel from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car?

The best way to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €29 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn bus from?

Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn train from?

Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Groningen station.

Train or bus from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The best way to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €29 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn bus arrive?

Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport station.

Where does the Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn train arrive?

Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Schiphol Airport Train Station.

Can I drive from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn.

How do I get a train ticket from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn?

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Where can I stay near Alphen aan den Rijn?

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Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Groningen to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2h 52m
€30–55
Bus via Amsterdam
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N1386 / ...
3h 35m
€22–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam Schiphol Airportbus 075 / ...
3h 25m
€23–33
Drive 213.3 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijncar 213.3 km
2h 31m
€40–57
Train via Utrecht
1. Take the train from Groningen to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2h 58m
€24–50

Groningen to Alphen aan den Rijn by train and bus

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Distance: 242.3 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Schiphol Airport Train Station hourly. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Arriva NL also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport twice daily. Tickets cost €16–25 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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