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FlixBus11:0613h49Heidelberg Hbf0:55Groningen, Centraal Station£421One-way1 change
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FlixBus13:0613h24Heidelberg Hbf2:30Groningen, Centraal Station£541One-way1 change
ICE 1094 · ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 364812:466h24Heidelberg Hbf19:10Groningen Europapark£1041One-way5 changes
ICE 1094 · ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 364812:466h27Heidelberg Hbf19:13Groningen station£1041One-way5 changes
ICE 1094 · ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 364812:466h24Heidelberg Hbf19:10Groningen Europapark£1041One-way5 changes
ICE 1094 · ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 364812:466h27Heidelberg Hbf19:13Groningen station£1041One-way5 changes
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FlixBus13:0613h24Heidelberg Hbf2:30Groningen, Centraal Station£541One-way1 change
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FlixBus11:0613h49Heidelberg Hbf0:55Groningen, Centraal Station£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heidelberg to Groningen
The cheapest option from Heidelberg to Groningen is coach, with an average price of £36. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Groningen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 449 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£65 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest option |
7h 28m Average total duration Fastest option 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 19m Average total duration 11h 49m 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 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:40 Heidelberg | 13h50 | 0:30 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:06 Heidelberg | 13h24 | 1:30 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 11 July | |||||
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 11:06 Heidelberg Hbf | 13h49 | 0:55 Groningen, Centraal Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg to Groningen
Typically, there are 12 trains per day from Heidelberg to Groningen, including direct trains, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 449 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 449 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Lowest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 15m |
First train 1:30 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Heidelberg to Groningen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Heidelberg and Groningen from £25. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
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
Most Heidelberg to Groningen trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Groningen station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Europapark. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Heidelberg station do trains to Groningen leave from?
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Getting to Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach is 3 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Dufke, Stettiner Klause, Hakim's Imbiss, KOLBEZ Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Kirchheim/Rohrbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rose.
Getting to Heidelberg-Altstadt from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg-Altstadt is 2 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Heidelberg-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Heidelberg-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Persepolis, Zum Brückenaff, 'S' Kastanie, Choa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. ATMs are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Information desks are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg-Altstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg-Altstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg-Altstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Atlantic, Hackteufel, Goldener Falke, Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg.
Which Groningen station do trains from Heidelberg arrive at?
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.
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