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Vechta to Groningen train

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Vechta - Groningen Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Vechta and Groningen. The average train journey from Vechta to Groningen takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 3 hours and 55 minutes.

Distance79 mi (127 km)
Fastest train3h 55m
Lowest price£17.57
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Vechta to Groningen?

2 train services operate from Vechta to Groningen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
DB Intercity34h 14m£35.23
Deutsche Bahn84h 34m£33.67
  • Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.

  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Vechta to Groningen. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Vechta and Groningen is approximately 79 miles, or 127 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 32 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 55 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Vechta to Groningen on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Vechta at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Groningen to Vechta.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Vechta?

Main departure station: Train Station

There is one train station in Vechta.

All train stations in Vechta:

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Groningen?

Main arrival station: Groningen Europapark

There are more train stations and stops in Groningen than most cities. Most trains from Vechta will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Groningen:

Train stations in Groningen:

  • Groningen Europapark

  • Groningen Noord

  • Train Station

  • Stationsweg 1012

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