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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Essen is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Groningen central station and arriving at Essen(Oldb) Bahnhof via Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Essen. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Essen(Oldb) via Zwolle, Hengelo and Osnabrück Altstadt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Groningen to Essen?

The distance between Groningen and Essen is 187 km. The road distance is 128.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Essen without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 49m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Groningen to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Essen bus from?

Groningen to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Essen?

The best way to get from Groningen to Essen is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €210 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Groningen to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Groningen to Essen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Essen is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Groningen to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Groningen to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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Groningen to Essen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Groningen to Essen by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Oldenburg central bus stationbus N1399 / ...
2. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Essen(Oldb)train Re18
2h 49m
€41–109
Drive 128.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Groningen to Essencar 128.1 km
1h 53m
€23–33
Bus, train via Leer
1. Take the bus from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)bus
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbftrain 56
3. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Essen(Oldb)train
3h 35m
€45–152
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Groningen to Bad Nieuweschanstrain
2. Take the bus from Bad Nieuweschans to Leer(Ostfriesl)bus
3. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbftrain 56
4. Take the train from Oldenburg(Oldb) Hbf to Essen(Oldb)train
3h 44m
€56–159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Oldenburg central bus stationbus N1399 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB to Essen(Oldb) Bahnhofbus Re18
4h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Groningen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Hengelotrain
3. Take the train from Hengelo to Osnabrueck Altstadttrain Re / ...
4. Take the train from Osnabrück Altstadt to Essen(Oldb)train
4h 39m
€62–203

Groningen to Essen by bus and train

33Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.4 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Essen, Lower Saxony, Germany?

You can take a bus from Groningen central station to Essen(Oldb) Bahnhof via Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Groningen to Essen(Oldb) via Zwolle, Hengelo, Osnabrueck Altstadt, and Osnabrück Altstadt in around 4h 39m.

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