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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£30
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£30
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
2 h 37 m
Trains on 29 Aug
53
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Rotterdam will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Groningen to Rotterdam you need to make at least one change.
IC 718 · IC 3520
IC 726 · IC 626 · IC 2026 · IC 3526
IC 726 · IC 3528
IC 532 · IC 2032
IC 528 · IC 2028 · IC 3528
IC 532 · IC 2032
IC 536 · IC 2036
IC 738 · IC 638 · IC 2038
IC 730 · IC 630 · IC 2030
IC 734 · IC 634 · IC 2034Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 202 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£31 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Rotterdam trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ST 37637+ IC 544 · IC 2044 · IC 703544 | 12:10 Groningen Europapark | 3h00 | 15:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 544 · IC 2044 | 12:18 Groningen station | 2h37 | 14:55 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 544 · IC 2044 · IC 703544 | 12:18 Groningen station | 2h52 | 15:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
SPR 6146 · IC 646 · IC 2046 · IC 703546 | 12:35 Groningen Europapark | 3h05 | 15:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
ST 37639+ IC 746 · IC 646 · IC 2046 | 12:40 Groningen Europapark | 3h00 | 15:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 4 changes | |
ST 37639+ IC 746 · SPR 5045+ ECD 9548 | 12:40 Groningen Europapark | 3h06 | 15:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 746 · IC 646 · IC 2046 | 12:48 Groningen station | 2h37 | 15:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 746 · IC 646 · IC 2046 · IC 703546 | 12:48 Groningen station | 2h52 | 15:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 746+ ECD 9548 | 12:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 15:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 746 · SPR 5045+ ECD 9548 | 12:48 Groningen station | 2h58 | 15:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
ST 37641+ IC 548 · IC 2048 · IC 703548 | 13:10 Groningen Europapark | 3h00 | 16:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 548 · IC 2048 | 13:18 Groningen station | 2h37 | 15:55 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 548 · IC 2048 · IC 703548 | 13:18 Groningen station | 2h52 | 16:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 750 · IC 650 · IC 2050 | 13:48 Groningen station | 2h37 | 16:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 750 · IC 650 · IC 2050 · IC 703550 | 13:48 Groningen station | 2h52 | 16:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 750 · SPR 5049+ ECD 9552 | 13:48 Groningen station | 2h58 | 16:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 750+ ECD 9552 | 13:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 16:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 790 · IC 1405 · BSN 925567 | 23:48 Groningen station | 3h44 | 3:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
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SPR 6185+ NT 32786+ IC 1413 · SPR 5105 | 1:25 Groningen Europapark | 4h04 | 5:29 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
NT 32786+ IC 1413 · SPR 5105 | 1:41 Groningen station | 3h48 | 5:29 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
NT 32786+ IC 1413 | 1:41 Groningen station | 3h16 | 4:57 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 718 · IC 3118 · IC 2219 | 5:36 Groningen station | 3h18 | 8:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 718 · IC 618 · SPR 4025 | 5:36 Groningen station | 2h58 | 8:34 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 718 · IC 3520 | 5:36 Groningen station | 3h34 | 9:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
IC 718+ ECD 9520 | 5:36 Groningen station | 3h02 | 8:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 718 · IC 2219+ ECD 9520 | 5:36 Groningen station | 3h18 | 8:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 718 · IC 3520 | 5:39 Groningen Europapark | 3h31 | 9:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
IC 718 · IC 3118 · IC 2219 | 5:39 Groningen Europapark | 3h15 | 8:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 718 · IC 2219+ ECD 9520 | 5:39 Groningen Europapark | 3h15 | 8:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
SPR 6120 · IC 520 · IC 1722 · IC 2321 | 6:05 Groningen Europapark | 3h19 | 9:24 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
SPR 6120 · IC 820 · IC 3522 | 6:05 Groningen Europapark | 3h35 | 9:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 520 · SPR 4027 | 6:18 Groningen station | 2h46 | 9:04 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 520 · IC 1722 · IC 2321 | 6:18 Groningen station | 3h06 | 9:24 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 520 · SPR 5123 | 6:18 Groningen station | 3h41 | 9:59 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
SPR 6122 · IC 622 · SPR 4029 · SPR 5021 | 6:35 Groningen Europapark | 3h11 | 9:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
SPR 6122 · IC 622 · SPR 5123 | 6:35 Groningen Europapark | 3h24 | 9:59 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
SPR 6122 · IC 722 · SPR 5021+ ECD 9524 | 6:35 Groningen Europapark | 3h11 | 9:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 722 · IC 622 · SPR 4029 | 6:48 Groningen station | 2h46 | 9:34 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 722 · IC 3524 | 6:48 Groningen station | 3h22 | 10:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
IC 722 · IC 622 · SPR 4029 · SPR 5021 | 6:48 Groningen station | 2h58 | 9:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 722 · IC 622 · SPR 5123 | 6:48 Groningen station | 3h11 | 9:59 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 722+ ECD 9524 | 6:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 9:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 722 · SPR 5021+ ECD 9524 | 6:48 Groningen station | 2h58 | 9:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
ST 37617+ IC 524 · SPR 4031 · SPR 5023 | 7:10 Groningen Europapark | 3h06 | 10:16 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
ST 37617+ IC 524 · SPR 5125 | 7:10 Groningen Europapark | 3h19 | 10:29 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 524 · SPR 4031 | 7:18 Groningen station | 2h46 | 10:04 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 524 · SPR 4031 · SPR 5023 | 7:18 Groningen station | 2h58 | 10:16 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 524 · SPR 5125 | 7:18 Groningen station | 3h11 | 10:29 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
SPR 6126 · IC 626 · SPR 5127 | 7:35 Groningen Europapark | 3h24 | 10:59 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
SPR 6126 · IC 626 · IC 2026 · IC 3526 | 7:35 Groningen Europapark | 3h05 | 10:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
ST 37619+ IC 726 · IC 3126 · IC 2227 | 7:40 Groningen Europapark | 3h14 | 10:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
ST 37619+ IC 726 · IC 626 · IC 2026 | 7:40 Groningen Europapark | 3h00 | 10:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 4 changes | |
ST 37619+ IC 726 · IC 3528 | 7:40 Groningen Europapark | 3h30 | 11:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
ST 37619+ IC 726 · SPR 5025+ ECD 9528 | 7:40 Groningen Europapark | 3h06 | 10:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 726 · IC 626 · IC 2026 | 7:48 Groningen station | 2h37 | 10:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 726 · IC 3126 · IC 2227 | 7:48 Groningen station | 3h06 | 10:54 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 726 · IC 626 · IC 2026 · IC 3526 | 7:48 Groningen station | 2h52 | 10:40 Rotterdam Blaak | 3 changes | |
IC 726 · IC 3528 | 7:48 Groningen station | 3h22 | 11:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
IC 726+ ECD 9528 | 7:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 10:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 726 · SPR 5025+ ECD 9528 | 7:48 Groningen station | 2h58 | 10:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 528 · IC 2028 | 8:18 Groningen station | 2h37 | 10:55 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 528 · IC 2028 · IC 3528 | 8:18 Groningen station | 2h52 | 11:10 Rotterdam Blaak | 2 changes | |
IC 528 · SPR 5029 | 8:18 Groningen station | 3h28 | 11:46 Rotterdam Blaak | 1 change | |
IC 730 · IC 630 · IC 2030 | 8:48 Groningen station | 2h37 | 11:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 730+ ECD 9532 | 8:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 11:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 532 · IC 2032 | 9:18 Groningen station | 2h37 | 11:55 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 734 · IC 634 · IC 2034 | 9:48 Groningen station | 2h37 | 12:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 734+ ECD 9536 | 9:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 12:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 536 · IC 2036 | 10:18 Groningen station | 2h37 | 12:55 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 738 · IC 638 · IC 2038 | 10:48 Groningen station | 2h37 | 13:25 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 738+ ECD 9540 | 10:48 Groningen station | 2h50 | 13:38 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Trains from Groningen to Rotterdam run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Rotterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotterdam trip today.
Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.
Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.
Lively market hall with dramatic ceiling artwork and striking horseshoe design. Worth visiting for the architecture and central location alone.
Waterside district with converted warehouses, historic ships and broad views. Pleasant for walking and seeing Rotterdam’s maritime character.
Historic harbour area transformed into a cultural quarter with quayside walks, architecture and river views. Good for a relaxed local-style stroll.
Raw herring served with onion and pickles. A classic Dutch street snack, widely eaten in Rotterdam and across the country, especially from fish stalls.
Small fried cod pieces, usually served with garlic or tartare sauce. A beloved Dutch fish snack commonly found at markets and harbours.
Crisp potato chips topped with mayonnaise, peanut sauce and chopped onion. This Dutch fast-food favourite is a familiar late-night choice in Rotterdam.
Refined dining with seasonal menus and polished service in an elegant riverside setting at Hotel New York.
Bustling Market Hall food venue known for excellent seafood, oysters and shellfish in a lively modern setting.
Popular food hall with varied local and international stalls, ideal for trying Dutch snacks in a casual central atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Rotterdam Centraal -> Rotterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Groningen to Rotterdam trains use the Groningen to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Blaak. Use this guide to compare Groningen and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: De Drie Gezusters, Mr. Mofongo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Groningen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Groningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Groningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Groningen Hotel, The Student Hotel Groningen, City Hotel Groningen.
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.
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.
Rotterdam 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 options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Blaak 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 options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander 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 options include: Restaurant Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
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