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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €27 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Groningen central station station and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Rotterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Groningen and arriving at Rotterdam Centraal. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Groningen to Rotterdam?

The distance between Groningen and Rotterdam is 247 km. The road distance is 244.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €27 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Groningen to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Groningen to Rotterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Rotterdam?

The best way to get from Groningen to Rotterdam is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €27 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Groningen to Rotterdam bus arrive?

Groningen to Rotterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Groningen to Rotterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Rotterdam is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Groningen to Rotterdam.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Groningen to Rotterdam?

Book your Groningen to Rotterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Groningen to Rotterdam by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Groningen to Goudatrain Intercity
2h 37m
€27–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N818 / ...
3h 30m
€21–40
Drive 244.6 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Rotterdamcar 244.6 km
2h 49m
€44–64
Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
1. Take the train from Groningen to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
3h 6m
€40–78
Train #2
1. Take the train from Groningen to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
3h 9m
€30–65
Bus via Amsterdam
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N1399 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam City Center - Sloterdijk to Rotterdambus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 43m
€21–40

Groningen to Rotterdam by train

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Distance: 246.7 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Groningen to Gouda hourly. Tickets cost €25–55 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Groningen central station to Rotterdam Central Station twice daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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