How to get to Groningen from Gothenburg

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Compare coach and train for Gothenburg to Groningen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £103 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £103, while a coach costs an average of £112.

Distance: 604 km

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£112

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£103

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Cheapest

£239

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15h 36m

Average total duration

15h 6m

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12h 42m

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12h 12m

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10h 1m

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The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Groningen is a train with an average price of £103.

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Groningen:

A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Gothenburg to Groningen costing on average £112.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 12h 42m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Coach takes on average 15h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gothenburg and Groningen including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £103 compared to roughly £239 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £137. The journey takes 12h 12m versus 10h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Gothenburg to Groningen

How to get to Groningen from Gothenburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Gothenburg to Groningen is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    9:1018h45
    Gothenburg
    3:55Groningen
    £931One-way
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  • FlixBus
    9:1018h45
    Gothenburg
    3:55Groningen
    £931One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:1018h45
    Gothenburg
    3:55Groningen
    £931One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Gothenburg to Groningen

Travel to Groningen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gothenburg to Groningen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Gothenburg and Groningen including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Gothenburg to Groningen is a train with an average price of £103.

This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Groningen:

A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Gothenburg to Groningen costing on average £112.

The fastest way to travel from Gothenburg to Groningen is by train with an average journey time of 12h 42m.

Other travel options to Groningen take longer:

Coach takes on average 15h 36m.

The Gothenburg to Groningen distance is approximately 604 km.
The average frequency per day from Gothenburg to Groningen is:
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg and Groningen as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Gothenburg to Groningen:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen and arrive in Groningen, Centraal Station.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Gothenburg Centralstation and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Gothenburg to Groningen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Groningen by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Groningen by train.
Omio customers who travel from Gothenburg to Groningen often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Hamburg, Berlin, Bremen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Groningen and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Gothenburg to Groningen, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
In Groningen, you can visit the Vismarkt for fresh produce and local specialities, enjoy the vibrant nightlife with numerous bars and clubs in the city centre, and explore the Northern Maritime Museum to learn about the region's nautical history. Take a bike tour to enjoy the scenic countryside, or attend a performance at the Stadsschouwburg, the city's historic theatre. Don't miss the Martinitoren for panoramic views, the innovative Groninger Museum, a leisurely walk in Noorderplantsoen, or the Renaissance-style Prinsentuin garden. Lastly, explore Forum Groningen, which offers a library, cinema, and rooftop terrace.
Two to three days is usually enough to explore Groningen's main attractions, including its museums, historic buildings, and vibrant city centre.

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