The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Groningen
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Groningen will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 10 buses that leave Hamburg for Groningen every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
511128:053h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:50Groningen, Centraal Station£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:304h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof17:50Groningen, Centraal Station£291One-way0 changes
FlixBus4:254h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof9:10Groningen, Centraal Station£291One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:003h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0:55Groningen, Centraal Station£291One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:103h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:55Groningen, Centraal Station£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:103h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:55Groningen, Centraal Station£321One-way0 changes
511128:053h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:50Groningen, Centraal Station£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:003h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof0:55Groningen, Centraal Station£291One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:304h00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof2:30Groningen, Centraal Station£441One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:304h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof17:50Groningen, Centraal Station£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hamburg to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Groningen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Groningen coaches for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h45 | 4:55 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h45 | 9:10 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h55 | 12:55 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
51112 | 8:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h45 | 11:50 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 9:01 Hamburg Harburg | 5h24 | 14:25 Groningen, Centraal Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h55 | 14:25 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h40 | 17:25 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h20 | 17:50 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h55 | 0:55 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h00 | 2:30 Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg to Groningen.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Groningen
Buses from Hamburg to Groningen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Hamburg to GroningenYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Groningen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Groningen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Groningen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Groningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Groningen
Most Hamburg to Groningen buses use the Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Groningen, Centraal Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Groningen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do buses to Groningen leave from?
Getting to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof bus station facilities and services
Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Burger Lounge (0.3 km), Café Paris (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf bus station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Nordsee (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
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