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

From Groningen to Lemmer by bus and train

To get from Groningen to Lemmer in Lemsterland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the RS1 train from Groningen station to Leeuwarden station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RS3 train and finally take the 42 bus from Ijlst, Station station to Lemmer, Pampusstraat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lemmer on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - RS1RS1
Train - RS3RS3
Bus - 4242
Walk to Lemmer
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Groningen
  • 2
    Train - RS1RS1
    Wait for train
    RS1
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    46 min
  • 4
    Train - RS3RS3
    Wait for train
    RS3
    Stavoren
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ijlst
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ijlst, Station
    ID 23691040
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Lemmer
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemmer, Pampusstraat
    ID 24621210
    39 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lemmer
    Walk to
    Lemmer
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Groningen to Lemmer by bus and train via SNELTREIN RE1, RS3 and 42

To get from Groningen to Lemmer in Lemsterland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SNELTREIN RE1 train from Groningen station to Leeuwarden station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RS3 train and finally take the 42 bus from Ijlst, Station station to Lemmer, Pampusstraat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lemmer on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - SNELTREIN RE1SNELTREIN RE1
Train - RS3RS3
Bus - 4242
Walk to Lemmer
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Groningen
  • 2
    Train - SNELTREIN RE1SNELTREIN RE1
    Wait for train
    SNELTREIN RE1
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - RS3RS3
    Wait for train
    RS3
    Stavoren
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ijlst
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ijlst, Station
    ID 23691040
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Lemmer
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemmer, Pampusstraat
    ID 24621210
    39 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lemmer
    Walk to
    Lemmer
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Groningen to Lemmer

The distance between Groningen, Lemsterland and Lemmer, Lemsterland is approximately 106.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Groningen to Lemmer by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Lemsterland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Groningen to Lemmer

To check the bus and train schedule from Groningen to Lemmer using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Groningen) and destination (Lemmer), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Groningen to Lemmer by bus and train via SNELTREIN RE1, RS3 and 42

To get from Groningen to Lemmer in Lemsterland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SNELTREIN RE1 train from Groningen station to Leeuwarden station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RS3 train and finally take the 42 bus from Ijlst, Station station to Lemmer, Pampusstraat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lemmer on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - SNELTREIN RE1SNELTREIN RE1
Train - RS3RS3
Bus - 4242
Walk to Lemmer
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Groningen
  • 2
    Train - SNELTREIN RE1SNELTREIN RE1
    Wait for train
    SNELTREIN RE1
    Leeuwarden
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeuwarden
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - RS3RS3
    Wait for train
    RS3
    Stavoren
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ijlst
    26 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ijlst, Station
    ID 23691040
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Lemmer
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemmer, Pampusstraat
    ID 24621210
    39 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lemmer
    Walk to
    Lemmer
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Train line RS1, Train line RS3, Bus line 42.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Groningen to Lemmer?

    The alternative route takes 147 minutes, using Train line SNELTREIN RE1, Train line RS3, Bus line 42.

  • Is there a direct train between Groningen and Lemmer?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Groningen to Lemmer?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Groningen to Lemmer by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Groningen in Groningen and Lemmer in Lemsterland by train and bus is about 2 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Groningen to get to Lemmer?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Groningen and Lemmer?

    Get off the train at the Ijlst stop, which is closest to Lemmer in Lemsterland.

  • When is the last bus from Groningen to Lemmer?

    The last bus from Groningen in Groningen to Lemmer in Lemsterland is the Emmeloord - Heerenveen - Groningen line. It leaves the Groningen, Hoofdstation stop at 1:18 AM.

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