How to get from Amsterdam to Groningen by bus and train?

From Amsterdam to Groningen by bus and train

To get from Amsterdam to Groningen in Netherlands, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Amsterdam Centraal station to Zwolle station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SNELBUS IPV TREIN bus and finally take the IC train from Hoogeveen station to Groningen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Amsterdam may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Groningen on the Moovit app.

185min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Bus - SNELBUS IPV TREINSNELBUS IPV TREIN
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Groningen
Leaves from Amsterdam Centraal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    370 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Zwolle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    77 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    [Zwolle] Zuidzijde, Hanzelaan
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - SNELBUS IPV TREINSNELBUS IPV TREIN
    Wait for bus
    SNELBUS IPV TREIN
    Hoogeveen
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    [Hoogeveen] Voorzijde Station, Busstation (Lange Zijde)
    43 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hoogeveen
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Groningen
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Groningen
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Groningen
    Walk to
    Groningen
    590 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Amsterdam to Groningen

The distance between Amsterdam, Netherlands and Groningen, Netherlands is approximately 205.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 185 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Amsterdam to Groningen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Netherlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Amsterdam to Groningen

To check the bus and train schedule from Amsterdam to Groningen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Amsterdam) and destination (Groningen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 185 minutes, using Train line IC, Bus line SNELBUS IPV TREIN, Train line IC.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 5 min.

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

    The IC train line goes from Amsterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam to Zwolle station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Zwolle station near Groningen in Netherlands.

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

    The total travel time between Amsterdam and Groningen in Netherlands by train and bus is about 3 hr 5 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Amsterdam Centraal station near Amsterdam in Netherlands.

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

    Get off the train at the Zwolle station, which is closest to Groningen in Netherlands.

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