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

From Groningen to "Amsterdam" by bus and train

To get from Groningen to "Amsterdam" you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Groningen station to Almere Centrum station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 22 bus from Amsterdam, Centraal Station station to Kattenburgerplein station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 38 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to "Amsterdam" on the Moovit app.

158min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2222
Walk to "Amsterdam"
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almere Centrum
    95 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Amsterdam, Centraal Station
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Muiderpoortstation
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kattenburgerplein
    ID 08015
    5 min
  • 9
    Walk to "Amsterdam"
    Walk to
    "Amsterdam"
    Kattenburgerplein
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Groningen to "Amsterdam" by light rail and train

To get from Groningen to "Amsterdam" you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the IC train from Groningen station to Almere Centrum station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 26 light rail from Centraal Station station to Kattenburgerstraat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to "Amsterdam" on the Moovit app.

163min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Light Rail - 2626
Walk to "Amsterdam"
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almere Centrum
    95 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Centraal Station
    ID 05029
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Light Rail - 2626
    Wait for light rail
    26
    Ijburg
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Kattenburgerstraat
    ID 08237
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to "Amsterdam"
    Walk to
    "Amsterdam"
    Kattenburgerplein
    780 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Groningen to "Amsterdam"

The distance between Groningen and "Amsterdam" is approximately 209.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 158 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Groningen to "Amsterdam" by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Amsterdam – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Groningen to "Amsterdam"

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

To get from Groningen to "Amsterdam" you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the IC train from Groningen station to Almere Centrum station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 26 light rail from Centraal Station station to Kattenburgerstraat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Groningen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to "Amsterdam" on the Moovit app.

163min
Walk to train stationTrain - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Light Rail - 2626
Walk to "Amsterdam"
Leaves from Groningen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Groningen
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Utrecht Centraal
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Almere Centrum
    95 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Amsterdam Centraal
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Amsterdam Centraal
    21 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Centraal Station
    ID 05029
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Light Rail - 2626
    Wait for light rail
    26
    Ijburg
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Kattenburgerstraat
    ID 08237
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to "Amsterdam"
    Walk to
    "Amsterdam"
    Kattenburgerplein
    780 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 158 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 22.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Groningen to "Amsterdam"?

    The alternative route takes 163 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Light Rail line 26.

  • Is there a direct train between Groningen and "Amsterdam"?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Groningen to "Amsterdam"?

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

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

    The total travel time between Groningen and "Amsterdam" by train and bus is about 2 hr 38 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Utrecht Centraal stop, which is closest to "Amsterdam".

  • When is the last train from Groningen to "Amsterdam"?

    The last train from Groningen in Netherlands to "Amsterdam" in Amsterdam is the Intercity | Schiphol Airport - Groningen line. It leaves the Groningen station at 12:48 AM.

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