Travelling to Groningen

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Best day trips from Groningen

The most popular day trips from Groningen are Amsterdam, Leeuwarden, Utrecht, Zwolle and Assen. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journey from Groningen on Omio.

A view of Amsterdam

Day trip from Groningen to Amsterdam

Why visit Amsterdam for the day?

Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.

How to get from Groningen to Amsterdam?

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £32.

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A view of Leeuwarden

Day trip from Groningen to Leeuwarden

Why visit Leeuwarden for the day?

Leeuwarden is the capital of Friesland, known for the leaning Oldehove and its strong Frisian character. Canals, historic streets and a lively cultural scene give the compact centre an easy-going feel.

How to get from Groningen to Leeuwarden?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Leeuwarden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £14.

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A view of Utrecht

Day trip from Groningen to Utrecht

Why visit Utrecht for the day?

Utrecht is known for its canal wharves, medieval centre and the Dom Tower above a lively old city. Its large student population gives historic streets, cafés and museums an energetic but relaxed feel.

How to get from Groningen to Utrecht?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Utrecht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £31.

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A view of Zwolle

Day trip from Groningen to Zwolle

Why visit Zwolle for the day?

Zwolle is a Hanseatic city known for its canals, medieval centre and the bookshop inside Broerenkerk. Historic streets and lively squares give it a calm but contemporary feel.

How to get from Groningen to Zwolle?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Zwolle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £22.

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A view of Assen

Day trip from Groningen to Assen

Why visit Assen for the day?

Assen is known for the TT Circuit Assen and has a calm, green character with a compact centre. The Drents Museum and the surrounding Drenthe landscape give the city a cultural and outdoorsy feel.

How to get from Groningen to Assen?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Assen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.

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