The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Amsterdam will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 42 trains that leave Groningen for Amsterdam every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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.
ST 37630+
IC 7349:382h24Groningen Noord12:02Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
ST 37620+
IC 524 · IC 8247:082h25Groningen Noord9:33Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way2 changes
ST 37622+
IC 7267:382h24Groningen Noord10:02Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
ST 37618+
IC 7226:382h25Groningen Noord9:03Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
ST 37626+
IC 7308:382h24Groningen Noord11:02Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
548 · 155013:182h11Groningen station15:29Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
544 · 154612:182h11Groningen station14:29Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
556 · 155815:182h11Groningen station17:29Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
552 · 155414:182h11Groningen station16:29Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
560 · 156216:182h11Groningen station18:29Amsterdam Centraal£301One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Groningen to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 147 km
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2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Groningen to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Amsterdam trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPR 6126 · IC 828 | 7:35 Groningen Europapark | 2h58 | 10:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37719+ IC 726+ ICE 242 | 7:39 Groningen Europapark | 2h20 | 9:59 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 726+ ICE 242 | 7:48 Groningen station | 2h11 | 9:59 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37524+ IC 730 | 8:09 Groningen Noord | 2h54 | 11:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37524+ IC 528 · IC 828 | 8:09 Groningen Noord | 2h24 | 10:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37521+ IC 528 · IC 828 | 8:09 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 10:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 528 · IC 828 | 8:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 10:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37723+ IC 730 | 8:39 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 11:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 730 | 8:48 Groningen station | 2h15 | 11:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 37528+ IC 532 · IC 832 | 9:08 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 11:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37525+ IC 532 · IC 832 | 9:09 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 11:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 532 · IC 832 | 9:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 11:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 6134 · IC 836 | 9:35 Groningen Europapark | 2h58 | 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37727+ IC 734+ ICE 240 | 9:39 Groningen Europapark | 2h20 | 11:59 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 734+ ICE 240 | 9:48 Groningen station | 2h11 | 11:59 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37532+ IC 738 | 10:08 Groningen Noord | 2h55 | 13:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37532+ IC 536 · IC 836 | 10:08 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37529+ IC 536 · IC 836 | 10:09 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 536 · IC 836 | 10:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37731+ IC 738 | 10:39 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 13:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 738 | 10:48 Groningen station | 2h15 | 13:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 6140 · IC 840 | 11:05 Groningen Europapark | 2h28 | 13:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37536+ IC 540 · IC 840 | 11:08 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 13:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37533+ IC 540 · IC 840 | 11:09 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 13:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 540 · IC 840 | 11:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 13:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37735+ IC 742+ ICE 148 | 11:39 Groningen Europapark | 2h22 | 14:01 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 742+ ICE 148 | 11:48 Groningen station | 2h13 | 14:01 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 6144 · IC 844 | 12:05 Groningen Europapark | 2h28 | 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37540+ IC 544 · IC 844 | 12:08 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37540+ IC 746 | 12:08 Groningen Noord | 2h55 | 15:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37537+ IC 544 · IC 844 | 12:09 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 544 · IC 844 · IC 2644 | 12:18 Groningen station | 2h04 | 14:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 544 · SPR 5846 | 12:18 Groningen station | 2h30 | 14:48 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 544 · IC 844 | 12:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 746 | 12:48 Groningen station | 2h15 | 15:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
ST 37544+ IC 548 · IC 848 · IC 2648 | 13:08 Groningen Noord | 2h14 | 15:22 Amsterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
ST 37544+ IC 548 · SPR 5850 | 13:08 Groningen Noord | 2h41 | 15:49 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37544+ IC 548 · IC 848 | 13:08 Groningen Noord | 2h24 | 15:32 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 548 · IC 848 | 13:18 Groningen station | 2h14 | 15:32 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 750+ ICE 146 | 13:48 Groningen station | 2h12 | 16:00 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37548+ IC 552 · IC 852 | 14:08 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 16:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37548+ IC 754 | 14:08 Groningen Noord | 2h55 | 17:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 552 · IC 852 | 14:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 16:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
SPR 6116 · IC 816 | 5:09 Groningen Europapark | 2h24 | 7:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 516 · IC 816 | 5:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 7:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
SPR 6118 · IC 718 | 5:35 Groningen Europapark | 2h28 | 8:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 718 | 5:48 Groningen station | 2h15 | 8:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 6120 · IC 820 | 6:05 Groningen Europapark | 2h28 | 8:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37613+ IC 520 · IC 820 | 6:10 Groningen Europapark | 2h23 | 8:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 520 · IC 820 | 6:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 8:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37618+ IC 722 | 6:38 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 9:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37615+ IC 722 | 6:40 Groningen Europapark | 2h23 | 9:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 722 | 6:48 Groningen station | 2h15 | 9:03 Amsterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
SPR 6124 · IC 824 | 7:05 Groningen Europapark | 2h28 | 9:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 37620+ IC 524 · IC 824 | 7:08 Groningen Noord | 2h25 | 9:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 37617+ IC 524 · IC 824 | 7:10 Groningen Europapark | 2h23 | 9:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 524 · IC 824 | 7:18 Groningen station | 2h15 | 9:33 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Groningen to Amsterdam
Trains from Groningen to Amsterdam run on average 62 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 62 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Groningen to Amsterdam trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Groningen and Amsterdam from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Intercity
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SNCB
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Groningen to Amsterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Groningen and Amsterdam
Most Groningen to Amsterdam trains use the Groningen to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Use this guide to compare Groningen and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Groningen station do trains to Amsterdam leave from?
Getting to Groningen from Groningen city centre
Groningen train station facilities and services
Groningen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Drie Gezusters, Mr. Mofongo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Groningen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Groningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Groningen Hotel, The Student Hotel Groningen, City Hotel Groningen.
Getting to Groningen Europapark from Groningen city centre
Groningen Europapark is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Europapark train station facilities and services
Groningen Europapark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Europapark.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Groningen Europapark.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen Europapark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen Europapark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Europapark.
Getting to Groningen Noord from Groningen city centre
Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Noord train station facilities and services
Groningen Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen Noord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Noord: Ramps.
Which Amsterdam station do trains from Groningen arrive at?
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
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