How to get from Groningen to Ameland by bus, ferry and train?

Groningen to Ameland - Train Schedule

The RS1 train from Groningen to Ameland runs from 00:24 to 05:54, with departures every 5 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 46 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Groningen to Ameland by bus, ferry and train

To get from Groningen to Ameland in Netherlands, you’ll need to take one train line, one bus line and one ferry line: take the RS1 train from Groningen station to Leeuwarden station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 66 bus and finally take the SNELDIENST ferry from Holwert station to Ameland station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 46 min. The bus, ferry and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, ferry and train schedule to Ameland on the Moovit app.

166min
Walk to train station
Train - RS1RS1
Bus - 6666
Ferry - SNELDIENSTSNELDIENST
Walk to Ameland
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    820 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - RS1RS1
    Wait for train
    RS1
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leeuwarden, Busstation (Perron A)
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6666
    Wait for bus
    66
    Holwert Veerdam
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Holwert, Veerdam
    ID 20650100
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Holwert
    380 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Ferry - SNELDIENSTSNELDIENST
    Wait for ferry
    SNELDIENST
    Ameland
  • 9
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Ameland
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ameland
    Walk to
    Ameland
    1.14 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Groningen to Ameland

The distance between Groningen, Netherlands and Ameland, Netherlands is approximately 96.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 166 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Groningen to Ameland by bus, ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Ferry And Train schedule from Groningen to Ameland

To check the bus, ferry and train schedule from Groningen to Ameland using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Groningen) and destination (Ameland), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus, ferry and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, ferry and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus, ferry and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Groningen to Ameland?

    The fastest way takes 166 minutes, using Train line RS1, Bus line 66, Ferry line SNELDIENST.

  • Is there a direct train between Groningen and Ameland in Netherlands?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one bus line and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from Groningen to Ameland in Netherlands?

    The RS1 train line goes from Groningen station near Groningen to Leeuwarden station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one ferry line till Leeuwarden station near Ameland in Netherlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Groningen to Ameland in Netherlands by train, bus and ferry?

    The total travel time between Groningen and Ameland in Netherlands by train, bus and ferry is about 2 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Groningen to get to Ameland in Netherlands?

    Get on the RS1 train from the Groningen station near Groningen in Netherlands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Groningen and Ameland in Netherlands?

    Get off the train at the Leeuwarden station, which is closest to Ameland in Netherlands.

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