Cheap bus tickets from Arnhem to Groningen
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Bus from Arnhem to Groningen: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Arnhem to Groningen. Travelling by bus from Arnhem to Groningen usually takes around 6 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 90 mi (144 km)
- Shortest duration
- 5h 35m
- Cheapest price
- $32.70
- Trips per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Bus lines
- 1
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Arnhem to Groningen Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Arnhem to Groningen:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Arnhem to Groningen?
Bus tickets for a trip from Arnhem to Groningen cost about $52 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Arnhem to Groningen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Arnhem to Groningen. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 6h 30m | $54.00 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Arnhem to Groningen, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 30 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as washrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Arnhem to Groningen
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Arnhem to Groningen. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Trips per day
2
Direct trips
0
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 144 kilometres from Arnhem to Groningen. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
90
Distance (km)
144
The first bus leaves at 9:00 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 2:10 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Arnhem to Groningen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
9:00am
Latest bus
2:10pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Arnhem to Groningen for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Tuesday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Arnhem?
Main departure station: Amsterdamseweg 13
Most buses depart from the main station in Arnhem.
All bus stations in Arnhem:
- Amsterdamseweg 13
Where does the bus arrive in Groningen?
Main arrival station: Stationsweg 1012
All buses from Arnhem arrive at one main station in Groningen.
All bus stations in Groningen:
- Stationsweg 1012
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