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Groninger Museum
Bold contemporary museum with changing exhibitions in art, design and culture. Its striking architecture makes it a destination in itself.
Cheapest price on 25 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
1 h 24 m
Trains on 25 Sept
81
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lelystad to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lelystad to Groningen will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 81 trains from Lelystad to Groningen, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.
IC 827 · SPR 6127
IC 831 · SPR 6131
IC 823 · SPR 6123
IC 835 · SPR 6135
IC 839 · SPR 6139
IC 725
IC 831 · IC 531
IC 729
IC 835 · IC 535
IC 737The table below shows live departures for Lelystad to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Friday 25 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 823 · IC 523 | 8:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 9:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 823 · SPR 6123 | 8:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 9:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 823 · IC 523+ ST 37627 | 8:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 9:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 823 · IC 523+ ST 37630 | 8:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 9:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 725 | 8:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 10:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 725+ ST 37632 | 8:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 10:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 725+ ST 37629 | 8:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 10:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 827 · SPR 6127 | 9:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 10:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 827 · IC 527 | 9:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 10:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 827 · IC 527+ ST 37634 | 9:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 10:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 827 · IC 527+ ST 37631 | 9:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 10:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 729 | 9:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 11:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 729+ ST 37633 | 9:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 11:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 729+ ST 37636 | 9:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 11:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 831 · IC 531 | 10:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 11:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 831 · SPR 6131 | 10:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 11:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 831 · IC 531+ ST 37635 | 10:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 11:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 831 · IC 531+ ST 37638 | 10:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 11:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 733 | 10:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 12:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 733+ ST 37637 | 10:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 12:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 733+ ST 37640 | 10:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 12:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 835 · IC 535 | 11:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 12:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 835 · SPR 6135 | 11:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 12:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 835 · IC 535+ ST 37639 | 11:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 12:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 835 · IC 535+ ST 37642 | 11:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 12:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 737 | 11:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 13:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 737+ ST 37641 | 11:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 13:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 737+ ST 37644 | 11:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 13:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 839 · IC 539 | 12:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 13:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 839 · SPR 6139 | 12:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 13:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 839 · IC 539+ ST 37643 | 12:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 13:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 839 · IC 539+ ST 37646 | 12:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 13:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 741 | 12:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 14:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 741+ ST 37645 | 12:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 14:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 741+ ST 37648 | 12:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 14:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 843 · IC 543 | 13:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 14:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 843 · SPR 6143 | 13:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 14:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 843 · IC 543+ ST 37647 | 13:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 14:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 843 · IC 543+ ST 37650 | 13:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 14:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 745 | 13:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 15:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 745+ ST 37649 | 13:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 15:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 745+ ST 37652 | 13:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 15:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 847 · IC 547 | 14:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 15:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 847 · SPR 6147 | 14:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h37 | 15:55 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
IC 847 · IC 547+ ST 37651 | 14:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 15:51 Groningen Noord | 2 changes | |
IC 847 · IC 547+ ST 37654 | 14:18 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 15:49 Groningen Europapark | 2 changes | |
IC 749 | 14:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h24 | 16:12 Groningen station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 749+ ST 37653 | 14:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h33 | 16:21 Groningen Noord | 1 change | |
IC 749+ ST 37656 | 14:48 Lelystad Centrum | 1h31 | 16:19 Groningen Europapark | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lelystad to Groningen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Bold contemporary museum with changing exhibitions in art, design and culture. Its striking architecture makes it a destination in itself.
University museum presenting science, nature and medical collections in an accessible format, ideal for a compact cultural visit.
Museum in the old synagogues about Jewish life in Groningen, with personal stories and thoughtful historical displays.
Main market square framed by historic buildings, terraces and regular events. A natural starting point for exploring central Groningen.
Compact historic harbour area with warehouses, boats and waterside views. One of the city’s most photogenic walking spots.
Popular city park with broad lawns, ponds and winding paths. Good for a relaxed walk away from the busiest shopping streets.
A hearty pea soup with split peas, pork and smoked sausage. A classic Dutch winter dish widely eaten in Groningen and the northern provinces.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savoury. In Groningen they are a long-standing café staple, often enjoyed with syrup, bacon or cheese.
A traditional rye bread from the north, dark, moist and slightly sweet. It reflects Groningen’s grain-growing history and is often served with cheese or bacon.
Popular brewpub pouring house beers with hearty dishes and bar snacks in a lively industrial-style atmosphere.
Refined restaurant serving carefully prepared seasonal menus with French and Dutch influences in an intimate atmosphere.
Stylish city-centre restaurant known for modern Dutch and seasonal dishes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, but tourist stays and eating out are still pricier than many smaller European cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Groningen Central Station -> Grote Markt, Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lelystad 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.

Most Lelystad to Groningen trains use the Lelystad Centrum to Groningen station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Europapark. Use this guide to compare Lelystad and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lelystad Centrum is 1 km from Lelystad city centre. Public transport options include:
Lelystad Centrum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Applaus, De Gordiaan
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lelystad Centrum. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lelystad Centrum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lelystad Centrum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lelystad Centrum: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lelystad Centrum: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Apollo Hotel Lelystad City Centre, Hotel De Lange Jammer, Hotel Lelystad Airport.
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.
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