How much is the train ticket from Groningen to Utrecht?

The cheapest train tickets from Groningen to Utrecht start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Groningen to Utrecht?

The average train ride duration from Groningen to Utrecht is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 98 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 51m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen .

Which train operators service the Groningen to Utrecht route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 359 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Groningen to Utrecht?

The earliest train departs from Groningen to Utrecht at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.

Train Groningen to Utrecht from $39

Next train departures

Next departures for Groningen to Utrecht on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35pm	Groningen Europapark Train Station	2h 19m	7:54pm	Utrecht Overvecht Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18pm	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09pm	Utrecht Central Station	Fastest
Train	5:18pm	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09pm	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18pm	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09pm	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18pm	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09pm	Utrecht Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Groningen to Utrecht on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:39am	Groningen Europapark Train Station	2h 15m	7:54am	Utrecht Overvecht Train Station	Cheapest
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	Fastest
Train	5:36am	Groningen Train Station	2h 3m	7:39am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	5:36am	Groningen Train Station	2h 3m	7:39am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Groningen to Utrecht on January 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:39am	Groningen Europapark Train Station	2h 15m	8:54am	Utrecht Overvecht Train Station	Cheapest
Train	7:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	9:09am	Utrecht Central Station	Fastest
Train	6:36am	Groningen Train Station	2h 3m	8:39am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:36am	Groningen Train Station	2h 3m	8:39am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	7:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	9:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Groningen to Utrecht on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:10am	Groningen Europapark Train Station	2h 15m	7:25am	Utrecht Overvecht Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09am	Utrecht Central Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Groningen to Utrecht on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:05am	Groningen Europapark Train Station	2h 20m	7:25am	Utrecht Overvecht Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09am	Utrecht Central Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Groningen to Utrecht on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:05am	Groningen Europapark Train Station	2h 20m	7:25am	Utrecht Overvecht Train Station	Cheapest
Train	5:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09am	Utrecht Central Station	Fastest
Train	5:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	7:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Groningen Train Station	1h 51m	8:09am	Utrecht Central Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Groningen to Utrecht

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Utrecht. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

99 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $78	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $80	Average Duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $20	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Groningen and Utrecht?

Groningen

A
Groningen
Stationsweg 1012, 9726 AZ Groningen
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Utrecht

A
Utrecht Central Station
Stationshal 12, 3511 CE Utrecht, Netherlands
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B
Jaarbusplein Bus Station
Jaarbeursplein 19, 3521 AP Utrecht, Netherlands
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Train Companies

NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.3

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen ticket prices on this trip start at $69

NL train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Groningen to Utrecht by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Groningen to Utrecht?
The cheapest train tickets from Groningen to Utrecht start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Groningen to Utrecht?
The average train ride duration from Groningen to Utrecht is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 98 miles (157 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 51m and is operated by NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Which train operators service the Groningen to Utrecht route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 359 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Groningen to Utrecht?
The earliest train departs from Groningen to Utrecht at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 11:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/21

$39

01/22

$39

Today

$39

01/24

$39

01/25

$39

01/26

$39

01/27

$39

01/28

$39

The cheapest trip from Groningen to Utrecht was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $73 for a train ticket from Groningen to Utrecht based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-01-26.