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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Groningen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 04

Cheapest price on Oct 04

€33

Average ticket price on Oct 04

€33

Fastest journey on Oct 04

2 h 28 m

Average journey duration on Oct 04

2 h 33 m

Trains on Oct 04

Distance

183 km

Cheap tickets

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

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

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Leiden to Groningen without transferring at least once.

SPR 6727 · IC 527
7:53 AM2h49
Leiden Centraal
10:42 AMGroningen station
€331One-way
1 transfer
SPR 6722 · IC 3131 · IC 729
8:32 AM2h40
Leiden Lammenschans
11:12 AMGroningen station
€331One-way
2 transfers
SPR 6722 · IC 3131 · IC 729+ST 37736
8:32 AM2h48
Leiden Lammenschans
11:20 AMGroningen Europapark
€331One-way
3 transfers
SPR 6720 · IC 3129 · IC 827 · SPR 6127
8:02 AM2h53
Leiden Lammenschans
10:55 AMGroningen Europapark
€331One-way
3 transfers
IC 3129 · IC 827 · IC 527
8:14 AM2h28
Leiden Centraal
10:42 AMGroningen station
€331One-way
2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leiden to Groningen

Netherlands

Trains from Leiden to Groningen run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 24m.

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 €14

Distance

183 km

Average train duration

2h 39m

Cheapest ticket price

€33

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 24m

First train

4:40 AM

Last train

11:58 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €14

Live departures

Leiden to Groningen train times

The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Groningen trains for today, Saturday, October 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
SPR 6727 · IC 527	7:53 AM Leiden Centraal	2h49	10:42 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
SPR 6727 · IC 527	7:58 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h44	10:42 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
SPR 6727 · IC 527+ST 37634	7:58 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h51	10:49 AM Groningen Europapark	2 transfers
SPR 4327 · IC 827 · IC 527	8:02 AM Leiden Centraal	2h40	10:42 AM Groningen station	2 transfers
SPR 6729 · IC 629 · SPR 6129	8:28 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h57	11:25 AM Groningen Europapark	2 transfers
SPR 6729 · IC 629 · IC 729	8:28 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h44	11:12 AM Groningen station	2 transfers
SPR 6729 · IC 629 · IC 729+ST 37636	8:28 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h51	11:19 AM Groningen Europapark	3 transfers
SPR 4329 · IC 729	8:32 AM Leiden Centraal	2h40	11:12 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
SPR 6731 · IC 531	8:53 AM Leiden Centraal	2h49	11:42 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
SPR 6731 · IC 531	8:58 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h44	11:42 AM Groningen station	1 transfer
SPR 6731 · IC 531+ST 37638	8:58 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h51	11:49 AM Groningen Europapark	2 transfers
SPR 4331 · IC 831 · IC 531	9:02 AM Leiden Centraal	2h40	11:42 AM Groningen station	2 transfers
SPR 6733 · IC 633 · IC 733	9:28 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h44	12:12 PM Groningen station	2 transfers
SPR 6733 · IC 633 · SPR 6133	9:28 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h57	12:25 PM Groningen Europapark	2 transfers
SPR 6733 · IC 633 · IC 733+ST 37640	9:28 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h51	12:19 PM Groningen Europapark	3 transfers
SPR 6735 · IC 535	9:58 AM Leiden Lammenschans	2h44	12:42 PM Groningen station	1 transfer
This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: NS Domestic from Leiden to Groningen trainsNS Domestic trains will get you between Leiden and Groningen from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

NS Domestic

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average NS Domestic Duration

2h 24m

Cheapest NS Domestic Price

€33

NS Domestic frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Groningen

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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.

Cheap train tickets from Leiden to Groningen can start from as little as €33 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leiden to Groningen 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 Leiden to Groningen is 2h 24m to travel the 183 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 Leiden to Groningen leaves at 4:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Leiden to Groningen leaves at 11:58 PM.

There are 17 trains a day from Leiden to Groningen which require at least one change with NS Domestic. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Leiden to Groningen, you can count on NS Domestic for the best way to get you to Groningen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leiden and Groningen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Groningen from Leiden is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 24m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

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

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leiden to Groningen

Most Leiden to Groningen trains use the Leiden Lammenschans to Groningen Europapark station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen. Use this guide to compare Leiden and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leiden

Arrival train stations in Groningen

Which Leiden station do trains to Groningen leave from?

Trains from Leiden to Groningen leave from Leiden Lammenschans. The station is 1 km from Leiden city centre at Central Facility Building, 2311 VV Leiden, Netherlands.

Leiden LammenschansCentral Facility Building, 2311 VV Leiden, Netherlands Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Leiden Lammenschans from Leiden city centre

Leiden Lammenschans is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus1, 2 · 4m · €3 · every ~7 min

Leiden Lammenschans train station facilities and services

Leiden Lammenschans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Leiden Lammenschans.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Leiden Lammenschans.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leiden Lammenschans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Lammenschans.

Leiden CentraalStationsplein 3, 2312 AJ Leiden, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Leiden Centraal from Leiden city centre

Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus45 · 6m · €2 · every ~7 min

54, 1, 2, 3, 4, 169 · 7m · €3 · every ~24 min

54, 56, 3, 4 · 9m · €4 · every ~16 min

Leiden Centraal train station facilities and services

Leiden Centraal 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.