How much is the bus ticket from Amsterdam to Groningen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Amsterdam to Groningen start at R 222. The average price for this route is around R 309. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Amsterdam to Groningen?

The average bus journey time from Amsterdam to Groningen is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 148 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Amsterdam to Groningen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Amsterdam to Groningen?

The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Groningen at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Amsterdam to Groningen?

A bus trip from Amsterdam to Groningen produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Amsterdam to Groningen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Groningen?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Amsterdam to Groningen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Amsterdam to Groningen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Amsterdam to Groningen from R 173 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 40m	01:25	Groningen	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	Amsterdam Central (Bus stop H)	2h 10m	01:25	Groningen	Fastest
Bus	19:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	21:50	Groningen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	2h 35m	18:25	Groningen Hoofdstation Bushalte	Cheapest
Bus	00:35	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 10m	02:45	Groningen	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 30m	04:10	Groningen	No tags
Bus	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	12:25	Groningen	No tags
Bus	12:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 5m	15:05	Groningen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 5m	15:05	Groningen	Cheapest
Bus	00:35	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 10m	02:45	Groningen	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 30m	04:10	Groningen	No tags
Bus	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	12:25	Groningen	No tags
Bus	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	15:50	Groningen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	12:25	Groningen	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	Amsterdam Central (Bus stop H)	2h 10m	01:25	Groningen	Fastest
Bus	09:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	11:50	Groningen	No tags
Bus	12:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 5m	15:05	Groningen	No tags
Bus	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	15:50	Groningen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	12:25	Groningen	Cheapest
Bus	23:15	Amsterdam Central (Bus stop H)	2h 10m	01:25	Groningen	Fastest
Bus	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	15:50	Groningen	No tags
Bus	19:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	21:50	Groningen	No tags
Bus	22:45	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 40m	01:25	Groningen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	12:25	Groningen	Cheapest
Bus	00:35	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 10m	02:45	Groningen	Fastest
Bus	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	15:50	Groningen	No tags
Bus	17:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	19:20	Groningen	No tags
Bus	19:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	21:50	Groningen	No tags

Next departures from Amsterdam to Groningen on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:35	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 10m	02:45	Groningen	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:40	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 30m	04:10	Groningen	No tags
Bus	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	12:25	Groningen	No tags
Bus	12:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	3h 5m	15:05	Groningen	No tags
Bus	13:30	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	2h 20m	15:50	Groningen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:55 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam 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 209, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

147 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 222 - R 1 636	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 177 - R 1 352	Average duration2h 37m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 209 - R 390	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Groningen?

Stops in Amsterdam

A
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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B
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
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C
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
D
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
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E
Vondelpark
Amsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
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F
Elandsgracht Bus Station
Amsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Stops in Groningen

A
Groningen
Stationsweg 1012, 9726 AZ Groningen
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B
Groningen Hoofdstation Bushalte
Stationsplein 2, 9726 AE Groningen, Netherlands
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 877 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 334 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

NL bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amsterdam to Groningen by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Amsterdam to Groningen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Amsterdam to Groningen start at R 222. The average price for this route is around R 309. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Amsterdam to Groningen?
The average bus journey time from Amsterdam to Groningen is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 148 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Amsterdam to Groningen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Amsterdam to Groningen?
The earliest bus departs from Amsterdam to Groningen at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Amsterdam to Groningen?
A bus trip from Amsterdam to Groningen produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Amsterdam to Groningen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Amsterdam to Groningen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Amsterdam to Groningen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Amsterdam to Groningen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/01

R 387

02/01

R 530

Today

R 397

04/01

R 244

05/01

R 274

06/01

R 264

07/01

R 203

08/01

R 184

The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Groningen was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 184

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

You can expect to pay from R 184 to R 1 788 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Groningen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 184, which is on 2026-01-08.