The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Groningen
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
7 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Groningen will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Stuttgart to Groningen you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · IC 2202 · Bus 72012
19060 · ICE 882 · IC 2430 · Bus 72012
19064 · ICE 880 · IC 2038 · Bus 72013
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 3640 · IC 551
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 555
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 3640 · IC 551
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 555
ICE 692 · ICE 202 · IC 2202 · Bus 72012
19064 · ICE 880 · IC 2038 · Bus 72013
19060 · ICE 882 · IC 2430 · Bus 72012Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stuttgart to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 526 km
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£69 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Groningen trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:26 Stuttgart | 9h16 | 16:42 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:14 Stuttgart | 14h16 | 01:30 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Groningen
Trains from Stuttgart to Groningen run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 526 km distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 526 km |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Stuttgart to Groningen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Stuttgart and Groningen from £29. 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: Stuttgart to Groningen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart and Groningen
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 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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