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Next departures to Groningen

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Groningen
    Destination location: Groningen
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Groningen

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$38Average duration8h 30m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$27 - US$27Average duration3h
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Essen to Groningen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Groningen. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
8h 30mAverage duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Groningen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration8h 30m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure03:00
Distance123 miles
Latest bus departure18:15

Essen to Groningen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Groningen

  1. How far is Groningen from Essen by coach?

    The journey from Essen to Groningen by coach covers an approximate distance of 125 miles (201 km).

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

    You can reach Groningen from Essen by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$25
31/08
US$29
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US$17
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Groningen was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$17

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

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Essen to Groningen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-09-04.

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Did you know?

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