- Must visit
Groninger Museum
Bold contemporary museum with changing exhibitions in art, design and culture. Its striking architecture makes it a destination in itself.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£95
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£113
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
10 h
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
10 h 9 m
Trains on 17 Sept
9
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Groningen will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Copenhagen to Groningen you need to make at least 3 changes.
ICL 67 · IC 5767 · 11193 · 11201
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 2034 · Bus 72015
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 2034
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 4426
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 4430 · Bus 72038
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 4426 · Bus 72036
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 2034 · Bus 72015
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · RE 52034 · Bus 72015
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 4426
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 2034Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 474 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 3m Average total duration Fastest 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Groningen:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Groningen costing on average £84.
Other travel options to Groningen take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 15m.
Tickets start at around £84 compared to roughly £128 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £44. The journey takes 8h 33m versus 7h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 4426 | 12:03 Vesterport st | 10h19 | 22:22 Groningen station | 5 changes | |
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 2034 | On time 12:03 Vesterport st | 10h22 | 22:25 Groningen | 4 changes | |
S C · ECE 395 · ICE 617 · RE 52034 | On time 12:03 Vesterport st | 10h22 | 22:25 Groningen | 4 changes | |
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 2034 · Bus 72015 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h03 | 22:25 Groningen | 3 changes | |
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · RE 52034 · Bus 72015 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h03 | 22:25 Groningen | 3 changes | |
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · 4426 · Bus 72036 | On time 12:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h00 | 22:22 Groningen station | 4 changes | |
S C · ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 4430 | 14:03 Vesterport st | 10h49 | 0:52 Groningen station | 5 changes | |
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · 4430 · Bus 72038 | On time 14:22 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h30 | 0:52 Groningen station | 4 changes | |
ICL 67 · IC 5767 · 11193 · 11201 | On time 17:52 Copenhagen Central Station | 14h33 | 8:25 Groningen | 6 changes | |
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Trains from Copenhagen to Groningen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 474 km distance in 9h 3m.
Distance 474 km |
Average train duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 9h 3m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Groningen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Groningen trip today.
Bold contemporary museum with changing exhibitions in art, design and culture. Its striking architecture makes it a destination in itself.
University museum presenting science, nature and medical collections in an accessible format, ideal for a compact cultural visit.
Museum in the old synagogues about Jewish life in Groningen, with personal stories and thoughtful historical displays.
Main market square framed by historic buildings, terraces and regular events. A natural starting point for exploring central Groningen.
Compact historic harbour area with warehouses, boats and waterside views. One of the city’s most photogenic walking spots.
Popular city park with broad lawns, ponds and winding paths. Good for a relaxed walk away from the busiest shopping streets.
A hearty pea soup with split peas, pork and smoked sausage. A classic Dutch winter dish widely eaten in Groningen and the northern provinces.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savoury. In Groningen they are a long-standing café staple, often enjoyed with syrup, bacon or cheese.
A traditional rye bread from the north, dark, moist and slightly sweet. It reflects Groningen’s grain-growing history and is often served with cheese or bacon.
Popular brewpub pouring house beers with hearty dishes and bar snacks in a lively industrial-style atmosphere.
Refined restaurant serving carefully prepared seasonal menus with French and Dutch influences in an intimate atmosphere.
Stylish city-centre restaurant known for modern Dutch and seasonal dishes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, but tourist stays and eating out are still pricier than many smaller European cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Groningen Central Station -> Grote Markt, Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Groningen by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Groningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Copenhagen to Groningen trains use the København Hovedb. to Groningen, Hoofdstation station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Noord. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Dybboelsbro st is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Dybboelsbro st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Dybboelsbro st.
ATMs are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Nørreport St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
Groningen, Hoofdstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
ATMs are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Noord.
Available at Groningen Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Noord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Noord: Ramps.
Groningen Europapark is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Europapark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Europapark.
ATMs are available at Groningen Europapark.
Available at Groningen Europapark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Europapark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Europapark.
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