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Compare train and bus for Nijmegen to Groningen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €33, while a bus costs an average of €36.
Distance: 161 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nijmegen to Groningen:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nijmegen to Groningen costing on average €36.
Other travel options to Groningen take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nijmegen to Groningen
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Trains from Nijmegen to Groningen run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 161 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 161 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: NS Domestic from Nijmegen to Groningen trainsNS Domestic trains will get you between Nijmegen and Groningen from €16. 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 Nijmegen to Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen to Groningen
Most Nijmegen to Groningen trains use the Nijmegen to Groningen Europapark station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen. Use this guide to compare Nijmegen and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nijmegen station do trains to Groningen leave from?
Getting to Nijmegen from Nijmegen city centre
Nijmegen train station facilities and services
Nijmegen 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: Restaurant Wally, De Hemel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nijmegen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nijmegen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nijmegen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nijmegen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Credible, Hotel Oranjestaete, Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre.
Getting to Nijmegen Heyendaal from Nijmegen city centre
Nijmegen Heyendaal is 2 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Heyendaal train station facilities and services
Nijmegen Heyendaal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Getting to Nijmegen Goffert from Nijmegen city centre
Nijmegen Goffert is 2 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Goffert train station facilities and services
Nijmegen Goffert has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Goffert.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Goffert.
Bike and car services
Available at Nijmegen Goffert: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Goffert.
Which Groningen station do trains from Nijmegen 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 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.
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.
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