The cheapest and fastest buses from Hamburg to Groningen
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamburg to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Groningen will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 8 buses that leave Hamburg for Groningen on Sat, May 23, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.
FlixBus9:00 PM3h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof12:55 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:10 AM3h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:55 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€371One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 PM4h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station€371One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM4h00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof2:30 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 PM4h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station€521One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:10 AM3h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof4:55 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€371One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 PM3h55Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof12:55 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM4h00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof2:30 AMGroningen, Centraal Station€391One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 PM4h20Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:50 PMGroningen, Centraal Station€371One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 PM4h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof5:20 PMGroningen, Centraal Station€521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Groningen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Groningen buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:00 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h55 | 12:55 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:10 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 3h45 | 4:55 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h45 | 9:10 AM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h55 | 12:55 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h55 | 2:25 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h25 | 5:20 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 4h20 | 5:50 PM Groningen, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Groningen
Buses from Hamburg to Groningen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 232 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Hamburg to GroningenYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Groningen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hamburg to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Groningen by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Groningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hamburg to Groningen
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Nordsee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 112, 120, 124 Metro: U1, U2, U3 Train: S1, S2, S3
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