Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal train with NS International | IC Brussel

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€33

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€33

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 59 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

2 h 3 m

Trains on Sep 18

57

Distance

145 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 57 trains from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal, including 1 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.

  • NS DomesticIC 532 · IC 832 · IC 2632
    9:18 AM2h04
    Groningen station
    11:22 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    €331One-way
    2 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 528 · IC 1530
    8:18 AM2h11
    Groningen station
    10:29 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    €331One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 528 · IC 828 · IC 2628
    8:18 AM2h04
    Groningen station
    10:22 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    €331One-way
    2 transfers
  • NS DomesticIC 532 · IC 1534
    9:18 AM2h11
    Groningen station
    11:29 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    €331One-way
    1 transfer
  • NS DomesticIC 730 · IC 2630
    8:48 AM2h04
    Groningen station
    10:52 AMAmsterdam Centraal
    €331One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 145 km

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

€33

Average price

€27

Average price

Cheapest

€34

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 38m

Average total duration

3h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 2m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal is a bus with an average price of €27.

This is compared to other travel options from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal:

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal costing on average €33.

The fastest way to travel from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam Centraal take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Groningen station and Amsterdam Centraal including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal train times

The table below shows live departures for Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
NS DomesticIC 516 · SPR 58185:18 AM Groningen station
2h31
7:49 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 516 · IC 816 · IC 26165:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
7:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 718 · IC 26185:48 AM Groningen station
2h05
7:53 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 520 · IC 15226:18 AM Groningen station
2h11
8:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 520 · IC 820 · IC 26206:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
8:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 722 · IC 26226:48 AM Groningen station
2h04
8:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 524 · IC 824 · IC 26247:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
9:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 524 · IC 15267:18 AM Groningen station
2h11
9:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 726 · IC 26267:48 AM Groningen station
2h04
9:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 528 · IC 15308:18 AM Groningen station
2h11
10:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 528 · IC 828 · IC 26288:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
10:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 730 · IC 26308:48 AM Groningen station
2h04
10:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 532 · IC 832 · IC 26329:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
11:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 532 · IC 15349:18 AM Groningen station
2h11
11:29 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 734 · IC 26349:48 AM Groningen station
2h04
11:52 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 536 · IC 836 · IC 263610:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
12:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 536 · IC 153810:18 AM Groningen station
2h11
12:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 738 · IC 263810:48 AM Groningen station
2h04
12:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 540 · IC 840 · IC 264011:18 AM Groningen station
2h04
1:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 540 · IC 154211:18 AM Groningen station
2h11
1:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 742 · IC 264211:48 AM Groningen station
2h04
1:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 544 · IC 844 · IC 264412:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
2:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 544 · IC 154612:18 PM Groningen station
2h11
2:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 746 · IC 264612:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
2:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 548 · IC 848 · IC 26481:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
3:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 548 · IC 15501:18 PM Groningen station
2h11
3:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 750 · IC 26501:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
3:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 552 · IC 852 · IC 26522:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
4:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 552 · IC 15542:18 PM Groningen station
2h11
4:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 754 · IC 26542:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
4:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 556 · IC 856 · IC 26563:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
5:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 556 · IC 15583:18 PM Groningen station
2h11
5:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 758 · IC 26583:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
5:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 560 · IC 15624:18 PM Groningen station
2h11
6:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 560 · IC 860 · IC 26604:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
6:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 762 · IC 26624:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
6:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 564 · IC 864 · IC 26645:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
7:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 564 · IC 15665:18 PM Groningen station
2h11
7:29 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 766 · IC 26665:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
7:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 568 · SPR 58706:18 PM Groningen station
2h31
8:49 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 568 · IC 868 · IC 26686:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
8:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 770 · IC 26706:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
8:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 572 · SPR 58747:18 PM Groningen station
2h31
9:49 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 572 · IC 872 · IC 26727:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
9:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 774 · IC 26747:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
9:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 576 · SPR 58788:18 PM Groningen station
2h31
10:49 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 576 · IC 876 · IC 26768:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
10:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 778 · IC 26788:48 PM Groningen station
2h04
10:52 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 580 · SPR 58829:18 PM Groningen station
2h31
11:49 PM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 580 · IC 880 · IC 26809:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
11:22 PM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 782 · SPR 4384 · SPR 58849:48 PM Groningen station
2h31
12:19 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 782 · IC 26849:48 PM Groningen station
2h34
12:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 584 · SPR 1588610:18 PM Groningen station
2h31
12:49 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 584 · IC 884 · IC 268410:18 PM Groningen station
2h04
12:22 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 786 · SPR 818810:48 PM Groningen station
2h37
1:25 AM Amsterdam Centraal1 transfer
NS DomesticIC 786 · SPR 4388 · SPR 588810:48 PM Groningen station
2h30
1:18 AM Amsterdam Centraal2 transfers
NS DomesticIC 79011:48 PM Groningen station
1h59
1:47 AM Amsterdam Centraal0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal

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Trains from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 1h 56m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9
Distance
145 km
Average train duration
2h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
1h 56m
First train
4:18 AM
Last train
6:18 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9

Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, NS Domestic from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal trainsNS International | IC Brussel, NS Domestic trains will get you between Groningen station and Amsterdam Centraal from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

NS International | IC Brussel

About
NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The \IC Brussel\" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS International | IC Brussel Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest NS International | IC Brussel Price
€31
NS International | IC Brussel frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

NS Domestic

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NS Domestic Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest NS Domestic Price
€33
NS Domestic frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal 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 Amsterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal is 1h 56m to travel the 145 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 4:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal leaves at 6:18 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal, you can count on NS International | IC Brussel, NS Domestic for the best way to get you to Amsterdam Centraal. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Groningen station and Amsterdam Centraal and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Amsterdam Centraal from Groningen station is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 56m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Groningen station and Amsterdam Centraal including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal

Most Groningen station to Amsterdam Centraal trains use the Groningen to Amsterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Groningen station and Amsterdam Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Groningen
Arrival train stations in Amsterdam
GroningenStationsweg 3, 9726 AC Groningen, Netherlands+31 50 316 1111WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Groningen from Groningen city centre

Bus1, 3, 4, 10 · 6m · €4 · every ~21 min

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.

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