Train from Utrecht to Groningen: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Utrecht to Groningen on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Overvecht Train Station
Groningen Europapark Train StationCheapest
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Central Station
Groningen Train StationFastest
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Central Station
Groningen Europapark Train StationNo tags
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Central Station
Groningen Europapark Train StationNo tags
Nederlandse SpoorwegenTrain
Utrecht Central Station
Groningen Europapark Train StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Utrecht to Groningen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Groningen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 20mAverage duration
159 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 248 - R 1 493Average duration5h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 118 - R 1 308Average duration2h 15m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 254 - R 429Average duration2h 20m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utrecht to Groningen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Utrecht to Groningen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Utrecht to Groningen start from R 1 118. The average price for this train route is around R 1 270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Utrecht to Groningen?

    The average train journey time from Utrecht to Groningen is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 160 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.

  3. Which train operators serve the Utrecht to Groningen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 456 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Utrecht to Groningen?

    The earliest train from Utrecht to Groningen departs at 00:04. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
24/01
R 638
25/01
R 642
Today
R 644
27/01
R 642
28/01
R 642
29/01
R 630
30/01
R 630
31/01
R 630
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Utrecht to Groningen was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 630

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Utrecht to Groningen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 630 to R 1 195 for a train ticket from Utrecht to Groningen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 630, which is on 2026-01-29.

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