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How to get fromGroningen to Vlielandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Groningen to Vlieland by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Groningen to Leeuwardentrain train Stoptrein RS1 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Harlingen to Vlielandferry ferry Hv
    4h 11m
    €31–51

  2. Line 71 bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Busstation to Harlingen, Havenpleinbus bus 71 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Harlingen to Vlielandferry ferry Hv
    5h 17m
    €27–48

Groningen to Vlieland by train and ferry

Calendar22Weekly Services
Duration4h 11mAverage Duration
Ticket€31Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 116.4 km
  • Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Vlieland, Friesland, Netherlands?

There is no direct connection from Groningen to Vlieland. However, you can take the train to Leeuwarden, take the train to Harlingen Haven, walk to Harlingen, then take the ferry to Vlieland. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Vlieland via Drachten, Transferium Oost, Leeuwarden, Busstation, Harlingen, Havenplein, and Harlingen in around 5h 17m.

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