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Today10 Aug
from US$65
Tomorrow11 Aug
Tue12 Aug
Wed13 Aug
from US$28
Thu14 Aug
from US$28
Fri15 Aug
from US$33
Sat16 Aug
from US$30
Sun17 Aug
from US$31

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 13 August at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 August at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Centraal Station
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen Hoofdstation Bushalte
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 August at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 13 August at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 August at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam CS
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 August at
    Departure city: Rotterdam
    Departure location: Rotterdam Zuidplein
    Arrival time: 14 August at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Groningen

Bus
Average priceUS$25 - US$179Average duration4h 50m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$70 - US$71Average duration3h 1m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$20 - US$20Average duration3h 30m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Rotterdam to Groningen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Groningen. The journey takes about 3 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

270train per day
3h 1mAverage duration
US$70Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rotterdam to Groningen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$42
Average bus trip duration4h 50m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:20
Distance126 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Rotterdam to Groningen Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Groningen from Rotterdam, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rotterdam - Groningen

  1. How far is Groningen from Rotterdam by coach?

    The journey from Rotterdam to Groningen by coach covers an approximate distance of 126 miles (202 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Groningen from Rotterdam without a car?

    You can reach Groningen from Rotterdam by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08/08
US$228
09/08
US$186
Today
US$61
11/08
No data
12/08
No data
13/08
US$24
14/08
US$24
15/08
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Groningen was searched and found on 13 Aug 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$228 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Groningen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-08-13.

Usually Comuto Pro (BlaBlaCar Bus) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rotterdam and Groningen!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Rotterdam to Groningen, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Rotterdam to Groningen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rotterdam to Groningen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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Bus from Rotterdam to Groningen

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Train from Rotterdam to Groningen

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