The cheapest and fastest trains from Maastricht to Groningen
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
270 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Groningen will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 2 trains that leave Maastricht for Groningen on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 270 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 21 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 Maastricht to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. 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 train costs an average of €31, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 270 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€31 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Maastricht to Groningen train times
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Groningen trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:29 PM Maastricht | 4h13 | 11:42 PM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:29 PM Maastricht | 4h21 | 12:50 AM Groningen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Maastricht to Groningen
Trains from Maastricht to Groningen run on average 56 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 270 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 270 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Trains per day 56 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Intercity, Arriva NL from Maastricht to Groningen trainsIntercity, Arriva NL trains will get you between Maastricht and Groningen from €9. 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 Maastricht to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Groningen
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the Stationsstraat.
- Restaurant Witloof
- Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Maastricht
- Hotel Beaumont
- Kaboom Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 3,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Belgium and Germany
- Hall 2: ticket office and information desk
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional connections
- 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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