The cheapest and fastest trains from Leuven to Groningen
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Groningen will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leuven for Groningen on Mon, Mar 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 16 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
On Mon, Mar 16 the slowest trains will take 4 h 56 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leuven to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 290 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€44 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leuven to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Groningen trains for today, Sunday, March 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Leuven | 5h42 | 1:12 PM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leuven to Groningen
Trains from Leuven to Groningen run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 05:18 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Eurocity Direct, SNCB from Leuven to Groningen trainsEurocity Direct, SNCB trains will get you between Leuven and Groningen from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leuven to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven 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 Leuven to Groningen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Martelarenplein.
- De Klimop
- Domus
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel La Royale
- Park Inn by Radisson Leuven
- Hotel Mille Colonnes
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Direct connections to Brussels, Antwerp, and Liège
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Stationsweg.
- De Drie Gezusters
- Mr. Mofongo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- NH Groningen Hotel
- The Student Hotel Groningen
- City Hotel Groningen
- Located in the main hall
- 6500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: regional train platforms
- Hall 3: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: NS services to various destinations
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