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

From Groningen to Meppel by bus and train

To get from Groningen to Meppel in Meppel, take the 3 bus from Groningen, St. Jansbrug station to Groningen, Hoofdstation station. Next, take the SPR train from Groningen station to Meppel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Meppel on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 33
Train - SPR
SPR
Walk to Meppel
Leaves from Groningen, St. Jansbrug

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Groningen, St. Jansbrug
    ID 10006340
    530 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Leek - Tolbert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Groningen, Hoofdstation
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Zwolle
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Meppel
    49 min
  • 7
    Walk to Meppel
    Walk to
    Meppel
    Het Vledder
    690 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Groningen to Meppel by train

Take one direct train from Groningen to Meppel in Meppel: take the SPR train from Groningen station to Meppel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Meppel on the Moovit app.

78min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Walk to Meppel
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    1.32 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Zwolle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Meppel
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to Meppel
    Walk to
    Meppel
    Het Vledder
    690 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Groningen to Meppel

The distance between Groningen and Meppel is approximately 79.68 km, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Groningen to Meppel by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Meppel – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Groningen to Meppel

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

Take one direct train from Groningen to Meppel in Meppel: take the SPR train from Groningen station to Meppel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Meppel on the Moovit app.

78min
Walk to train stationTrain - SPR
SPR
Walk to Meppel
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    1.32 km • 18 min
  • 2
    Train - SPRSPR
    Wait for train
    SPR
    Zwolle
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Meppel
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to Meppel
    Walk to
    Meppel
    Het Vledder
    690 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 3, Train line SPR.

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

    The alternative route takes 78 minutes, using Train line SPR.

  • Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Meppel?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Groningen to Meppel?

    The 3 bus line goes from Groningen, St. Jansbrug station near Groningen in Groningen to Leek - Tolbert station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Leek - Tolbert station near Meppel.

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

    The total travel time between Groningen and Meppel by bus and train is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Groningen to get to Meppel?

    Get on the 3 bus from the Groningen, St. Jansbrug stop near Groningen in Groningen.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Groningen and Meppel?

    Get off the bus at the Leek - Tolbert station, which is closest to Meppel.

  • When is the last train from Groningen to Meppel?

    The last train from Groningen in Groningen to Meppel in Meppel is the Sprinter | Zwolle - Groningen line. It leaves the Groningen station at 12:32 AM.

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