How to Get from Groningen to Amsterdam
Groningen to Amsterdam is 146 km in a straight line. The trip takes 2h 10m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Groningen to Amsterdam by price and travel time (route calculated on 7 November 2026).
- 18 train departures a day with NS
- First train at 05:48, last at 22:48
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Groningen to Amsterdam. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 10m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 146 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
146 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €33Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 2h 04mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €10Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 2h 10mdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€33Omio catalogue, Nov 92h 04m · directSee Train details
- Bus€10Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 92h 10m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Groningen to Amsterdam: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Groningen central → Amsterdam Centralbus
FlixBus·2h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Groningen to Amsterdam
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €339 | |
| December 2026 | €323 | |
| January 2027 | €385 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Groningen to Amsterdam
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:00 to 23:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 00:00 | 23:00 |
| NStrain | 18 | 05:48 | 22:48 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:00
- 00:35
- 01:00
- 01:35
- 02:35
- 03:00
- 04:00
- 05:00
- 08:15
- 10:25
- 11:25
- 11:40
- 12:00
- 12:40
- 13:30
- 14:30
- 15:25
- 15:30
- 16:25
- 16:30
- 16:55
- 17:30
- 23:00
All departures NS
- 05:48
- 06:48
- 07:48
- 08:48
- 09:48
- 10:48
- 11:48
- 12:48
- 13:48
- 14:48
- 15:48
- 16:48
- 17:48
- 18:48
- 19:48
- 20:48
- 21:48
- 22:48
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, NS.
How the Trip from Groningen to Amsterdam Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 7 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Groningen central to Amsterdam Central, about 2h 10m. In total it's roughly €10 over 2h 10m, direct, no transfers.
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Groningen to Amsterdam: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Groningen to Amsterdam?
Routavio's route check on 7 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 10m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Groningen to Amsterdam?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:00 and the last at 23:00, from Groningen central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Groningen to Amsterdam leave from?
Groningen central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
When is the first train from Groningen to Amsterdam?
The first train with NS leaves at 05:48 and the last at 22:48, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Groningen to Amsterdam?
Routavio's timetable check shows 18 train departures a day with NS, between 05:48 and 22:48.
How far is Amsterdam from Groningen?
About 146 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Groningen to Amsterdam cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €10. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Groningen to Amsterdam?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, NS.
Can you get from Groningen to Amsterdam without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 04m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Groningen to Amsterdam?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 7 Nov 2026