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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Groningen
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Groningen will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Groningen without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 60402 · IC 3614 · Bus 32787 · RE 61255:47 AM4h55Cologne Hbf10:42 AMGroningen station€331One-way3 transfers- IC 60402 · IC 3614 · Bus 32787 · RE 61255:47 AM4h52Cologne Hbf10:39 AMGroningen Europapark€331One-way3 transfers
- IC 2006 · Bus 720155:46 PM4h39Cologne Hbf10:25 PMGroningen€351One-way1 transfer
- IC 2006 · Bus 72015 · 374825:46 PM4h54Cologne Hbf10:40 PMGroningen Europapark€351One-way2 transfers
- ICE 2214 · Bus 72009+
902705:14 AM5h11Cologne Hbf10:25 AMGroningen€371One-way2 transfers
- ICE 220 · IC 3624 · Bus 32797 · RE 61358:49 AM4h21Cologne Hbf1:10 PMGroningen Europapark€801One-way3 transfers
- ICE 128 · IC 3632 · Bus 32805 · RE 614310:49 AM4h21Cologne Hbf3:10 PMGroningen Europapark€1201One-way3 transfers
- ICE 126 · IC 3640 · Bus 32813 · RE 615112:49 PM4h21Cologne Hbf5:10 PMGroningen Europapark€1221One-way3 transfers
- ICE 124 · IC 3648 · Bus 32929 · RE 61592:49 PM4h21Cologne Hbf7:10 PMGroningen Europapark€1221One-way3 transfers
- ICE 122 · IC 3656 · Bus 32937 · RE 61674:49 PM4h21Cologne Hbf9:10 PMGroningen Europapark€801One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. 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 €20, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 256 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€49 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Groningen trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 618 · IC 2208 · Bus 72009 · 37934 | 6:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h30 | 10:40 AM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 618 · IC 60402 · IC 3614 · Bus 33012 | 6:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h29 | 10:39 AM Groningen Europapark | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 618 · IC 2208 · Bus 72009 | On time 6:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h15 | 10:25 AM Groningen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 222 · IC 3616 · Bus 33014 · RE 6127 | 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 11:13 AM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 222 · IC 3616 · Bus 33014 · RE 6127 | 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h21 | 11:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 222 · IC 3618 · Bus 33016 · RE 6129 | 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h50 | 11:39 AM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 222 · IC 3618 · Bus 33016 · RE 6129 | 6:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h53 | 11:42 AM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2306 · Bus 72010 | On time 8:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 12:25 PM Groningen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2306 · Bus 72010 · 37942 | On time 8:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h39 | 12:40 PM Groningen Europapark | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 220 · IC 3624 · Bus 33022 · RE 6135 | 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h21 | 1:10 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 220 · IC 3624 · Bus 33022 · RE 6135 | 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 1:13 PM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 220 · IC 3626 · Bus 33024 · RE 6137 | 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h53 | 1:42 PM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 220 · IC 3626 · Bus 33024 · RE 6137 | 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h50 | 1:39 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2204 · Bus 72011 | On time 9:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h39 | 2:25 PM Groningen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2204 · Bus 72011 · 37950 | On time 9:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h54 | 2:40 PM Groningen Europapark | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2204 · Bus 72012 | On time 9:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h39 | 4:25 PM Groningen | 1 transfer | |
| 26813 · IC 3632 · Bus 33030 · RE 6143 | 9:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h24 | 3:13 PM Groningen station | 4 transfers | |
| 26813 · IC 3632 · Bus 33030 · RE 6143 | 9:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h21 | 3:10 PM Groningen Europapark | 4 transfers | |
| 17412 · Bus 72012+90282 | 10:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h04 | 4:25 PM Groningen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 128 · IC 3632 · Bus 33030 · RE 6143 | Delayed 9:06 AM 10:49 AMCologne Hbf | 4h24 | 3:13 PM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 128 · IC 3632 · Bus 33030 · RE 6143 | Delayed 9:06 AM 10:49 AMCologne Hbf | 4h21 | 3:10 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 128 · IC 3634 · Bus 33032 · RE 6145 | Delayed 9:06 AM 10:49 AMCologne Hbf | 4h50 | 3:39 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2202 · Bus 72012 · 37958 | On time 11:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h54 | 4:40 PM Groningen Europapark | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2202 · Bus 72012 | On time 11:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h39 | 4:25 PM Groningen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 126 · IC 3640 · Bus 33038 · RE 6151 | Delayed 11:06 AM 12:49 PMCologne Hbf | 4h24 | 5:13 PM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 126 · IC 3640 · Bus 33038 · RE 6151 | Delayed 11:06 AM 12:49 PMCologne Hbf | 4h21 | 5:10 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2200 · Bus 72013 · 37966 | On time 1:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h54 | 6:40 PM Groningen Europapark | 2 transfers | |
| IC 2200 · Bus 72013 | On time 1:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h39 | 6:25 PM Groningen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 124 · IC 3648 · Bus 33046 · RE 6159 | On time 2:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h21 | 7:10 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 124 · IC 3648 · Bus 33046 · RE 6159 | On time 2:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 7:13 PM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2008 · Bus 72014 | On time 3:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h39 | 8:25 PM Groningen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2008 · Bus 72014 · 37974 | On time 3:46 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h54 | 8:40 PM Groningen Europapark | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 122 · IC 3656 · Bus 33054 · RE 6167 | On time 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h21 | 9:10 PM Groningen Europapark | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 122 · IC 3656 · Bus 33054 · RE 6167 | On time 4:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h24 | 9:13 PM Groningen station | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
26803+ 20056+IC 3612 · Bus 32785 | 4:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h21 | 10:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 4 transfers | |
| 26803+20056+IC 3612 · Bus 32785 | 4:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h24 | 10:13 AM Groningen station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 2214+90270+Bus 72009 | On time 5:14 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h11 | 10:25 AM Groningen | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Groningen
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Trains from Cologne to Groningen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:34 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, FlixTrain, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Groningen trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, FlixTrain, WestfalenBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Groningen from €20. 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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
FlixTrain
Eurostar
WestfalenBahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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
Popular train stations from Cologne to Groningen
Most Cologne to Groningen trains use the Köln Hbf to Groningen station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Noord. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Groningen leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Which Groningen station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Groningen from Groningen city centre
Groningen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: De Drie Gezusters, Mr. Mofongo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Groningen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Groningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Groningen Hotel, The Student Hotel Groningen, City Hotel Groningen.
Getting to Groningen Noord from Groningen city centre
Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Noord train station facilities and services
Groningen Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen Noord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Noord: Ramps.
Getting to Groningen Europapark from Groningen city centre
Groningen Europapark is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Europapark train station facilities and services
Groningen Europapark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Europapark.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Groningen Europapark.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Groningen Europapark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Groningen Europapark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Europapark.
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