Groningen to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Berlin

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£74

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

5 h 57 m

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

5 h 59 m

Trains on 03 Sept

19

Distance

466 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Groningen to Berlin will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Groningen to Berlin you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    8:309h07
    Groningen, Centraal Station
    17:37Berlin Südkreuz station
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnBus 72006 · IC 2039 · ICE 557
    8:106h45
    Groningen
    14:55Berlin Hbf
    £601One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn37411 · Bus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 1577
    5:496h23
    Groningen Europapark
    12:12Berlin Hbf
    £621One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn37827 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 1671
    9:576h15
    Groningen Europapark
    16:12Berlin Hbf
    £631One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn37627 · IC 734 · RE RS23 · ICE 145
    9:406h05
    Groningen Europapark
    15:45Berlin Hbf
    £641One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Groningen to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 22m. 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 £37, while a train costs an average of £54.

Distance: 466 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£54

Average Price

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£97

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 52m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

8h 17m

Average total duration

7h 47m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

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.

The cheapest way to travel from Groningen to Berlin is a coach with an average price of £37.

This is compared to other travel options from Groningen to Berlin:

A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Berlin costing on average £54.

The fastest way to travel from Groningen to Berlin is by train with an average journey time of 5h 52m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Groningen and Berlin including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £42. The journey takes 5h 52m versus 5h 51m 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.

Live departures

Groningen to Berlin train times

The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnRE 6118 · IC 17915 · ICE 141
On time
5:35 Groningen Europapark
6h10
11:45 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 718 · RE RS23 · ICE 141
On time
5:48 Groningen station
5h57
11:45 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn37411 · Bus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 1577
On time
5:49 Groningen Europapark
6h23
12:12 Berlin Hbf
4 changes
Deutsche BahnBus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 1577 · ICE 845
On time
6:10 Groningen
6h02
12:12 Berlin Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 520 · ICE 143
On time
6:18 Groningen station
7h27
13:45 Berlin Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnRE 6126 · IC 17923 · ICE 143
On time
7:35 Groningen Europapark
6h10
13:45 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn37619 · IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143
On time
7:40 Groningen Europapark
6h05
13:45 Berlin Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143
On time
7:48 Groningen station
5h57
13:45 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn37819 · Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 1043
On time
7:57 Groningen Europapark
6h15
14:12 Berlin Hbf
4 changes
Deutsche BahnBus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 1043 · ICE 847
On time
8:10 Groningen
6h02
14:12 Berlin Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnBus 72006 · IC 2039 · ICE 557
On time
8:10 Groningen
6h45
14:55 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 528 · ICE 145
On time
8:18 Groningen station
7h27
15:45 Berlin Hbf
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain8:30 Groningen, Centraal Station
9h07
17:37 Berlin Südkreuz station1 change
Deutsche Bahn37926 · Bus 72042 · IC 2039 · ICE 557
On time
8:38 Groningen station
6h17
14:55 Berlin Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche Bahn37926 · Bus 72042 · IC 2039 · ICE 557
On time
8:40 Groningen Europapark
6h15
14:55 Berlin Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 6134 · IC 17931 · ICE 145
On time
9:35 Groningen Europapark
6h10
15:45 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn37627 · IC 734 · RE RS23 · ICE 145
On time
9:40 Groningen Europapark
6h05
15:45 Berlin Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 734 · RE RS23 · ICE 145
On time
9:48 Groningen station
5h57
15:45 Berlin Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche Bahn37827 · Bus 72007 · 4419 · ICE 1671
On time
9:57 Groningen Europapark
6h15
16:12 Berlin Hbf
4 changes

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Why should you book Groningen to Berlin trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Groningen to Berlin.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Groningen to Berlin.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Groningen to Berlin.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Groningen to Berlin.

Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Groningen to Berlin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Groningen to Berlin

NetherlandsNetherlands
GermanyGermany
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Trains from Groningen to Berlin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 466 km distance in 6h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance
466 km
Average train duration
5h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
6h 2m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:57
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
49 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Groningen to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Groningen and Berlin from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
6h 2m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£43
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
5h 53m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£124
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
6 a day

Complete guide to Berlin

Things to do in Berlin

Discover the best of Berlin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Berlin trip today.

  • Must visit

Neues Museum

A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.

  • Must visit

Neue Nationalgalerie

A leading collection of 20th-century art, showing key works of modernism in Mies van der Rohe’s striking glass building.

  • Recommended

Gemäldegalerie

A world-class art museum with European paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from the 13th to 18th centuries.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.

FAQs: Groningen to Berlin train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Groningen to Berlin can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Groningen to Berlin covers a distance of 466 km and takes approximately 6h 2m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Groningen to Berlin is 466 km.
The first train from Groningen to Berlin leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Groningen to Berlin departs at 23:57.
Trains from Groningen to Berlin run approximately 13 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Groningen to Berlin.
To get from Groningen to Berlin, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Groningen to Berlin.
The train station in Groningen that goes to Berlin is Groningen station, and it arrives at Berlin Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Berlin is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Groningen to Berlin in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Groningen to Berlin offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through picturesque landscapes, quaint villages, and historic towns in northern Germany, providing a pleasant visual experience along the route.
A day trip from Groningen to Berlin is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 2m. However, there are 11 trains per day covering the 466 km distance.
In Berlin, you can explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg and enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree. Visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark and experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain. Don't miss attending a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. For sightseeing, the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace offer rich historical and cultural experiences.
To fully experience Berlin, a visit of 3 to 4 days is recommended, allowing time to explore key attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, and Museum Island.
Yes, you can take the train from Groningen to Berlin.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Groningen and Berlin

Most Groningen to Berlin trains use the Groningen to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Groningen and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Groningen
Arrival train stations in Berlin

Which Groningen station do trains to Berlin leave from?

Trains from Groningen to Berlin leave from Groningen. The station is 1 km from Groningen city centre at Stationsweg 3, 9726 AC Groningen, Netherlands.
GroningenStationsweg 3, 9726 AC Groningen, Netherlands+31 50 316 1111WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Groningen from Groningen city centre

Bus1, 3, 4, 10 · 6m · £4 · every ~21 min

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.

Groningen, HoofdstationStationsplein 4, 9726 AE Groningen, NetherlandsParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental

Groningen, Hoofdstation train station facilities and services

Groningen, Hoofdstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.

Groningen NoordGroningen Noord, Groningen, NetherlandsParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Groningen Noord from Groningen city centre

Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStoptrein RS4, Stoptrein RS5, Stoptrein RS7, Stoptrein RS6 · 4m · £2 · every ~8 min
Bus171, 2 · 5m · £3 · every ~3 min
1, 10, 11 · 7m · £3 · every ~14 min
Stopbus ipv trein · 9m · £2

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.

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