How to get from Groningen to Nijmegen by train?

From Groningen to Nijmegen by train

To get from Groningen to Nijmegen you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SNELTREIN RE1 train from Groningen station to Leeuwarden station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Zwolle station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 8 min. The train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijmegen on the Moovit app.

188min
Train - SNELTREIN RE1SNELTREIN RE1
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Nijmegen
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 - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Gouda
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    55 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tilburg
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    76 min
  • 8
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    640 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Groningen to Nijmegen by bus and train

To get from Groningen to Nijmegen you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 178 bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation (Perron U) station to Groningen, Station Europapark (Perron A) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Zwolle station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijmegen on the Moovit app.

167min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 178178
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Nijmegen
Leaves from Groningen, Hoofdstation (Perron U)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Groningen, Hoofdstation (Perron U)
    ID 10009029
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 178178
    Wait for bus
    178
    Siddeburen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Groningen, Station Europapark (Perron A)
    ID 10007540
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen Europapark
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Schiphol Airport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    55 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tilburg
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    76 min
  • 9
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    640 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Groningen to Nijmegen

The distance between Groningen and Nijmegen is approximately 242.06 km, which can typically be travelled in 188 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Groningen to Nijmegen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Nijmegen – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Groningen to Nijmegen

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

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From Groningen to Nijmegen by bus and train

To get from Groningen to Nijmegen you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 178 bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation (Perron U) station to Groningen, Station Europapark (Perron A) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Zwolle station to Nijmegen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Nijmegen on the Moovit app.

167min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 178178
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Nijmegen
Leaves from Groningen, Hoofdstation (Perron U)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Groningen, Hoofdstation (Perron U)
    ID 10009029
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 178178
    Wait for bus
    178
    Siddeburen
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Groningen, Station Europapark (Perron A)
    ID 10007540
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen Europapark
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Schiphol Airport
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zwolle
    55 min
  • 7
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Tilburg
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nijmegen
    76 min
  • 9
    Walk to Nijmegen
    Walk to
    Nijmegen
    640 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 188 minutes, using Train line SNELTREIN RE1, Train line IC, Train line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 167 minutes, using Bus line 178, Train line IC, Train line IC.

  • Is there a direct train between Groningen and Nijmegen?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Groningen to Nijmegen?

    The SNELTREIN RE1 train line goes from Leeuwarden station near Groningen in Groningen to Leeuwarden station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Leeuwarden station near Nijmegen.

  • How long does it take to travel from Groningen to Nijmegen by train?

    The total travel time between Groningen and Nijmegen by train is about 3 hr 8 min.

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

    Get on the SNELTREIN RE1 train from the Leeuwarden station near Groningen in Groningen.

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

    Get off the train at the Leeuwarden station, which is closest to Nijmegen.

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