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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg to Groningen
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£109
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg to Groningen will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
Of the 1 trains that leave Heidelberg for Groningen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 449 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 59 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Heidelberg to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 449 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£87 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Heidelberg to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg to Groningen trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:25 Heidelberg | 8h00 | 14:25 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Groningen
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Heidelberg to Groningen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 449 km distance in 6h 59m.
Distance 449 km |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 59m |
First train 01:08 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Heidelberg to Groningen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Heidelberg and Groningen from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
FAQs: Heidelberg to Groningen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg and Groningen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Persepolis
- Zum Brückenaff
- 'S' Kastanie
- Choa
- Parkhotel Atlantic
- Hackteufel
- Goldener Falke
- Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- 80 places, covered
- The station is a small regional station with two platforms and a simple layout.
- Bus: Line 3, Line 4
- Train: Arriva services to Groningen Central and Delfzijl
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Stationsweg.
- De Drie Gezusters
- Mr. Mofongo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- NH Groningen Hotel
- The Student Hotel Groningen
- City Hotel Groningen
- Located in the main hall
- 6500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: NS services to various destinations
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