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Next departures from Cologne to Groningen on 31 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
GroningenCheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
GroningenNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
GroningenNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
GroningenNo tags
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
GroningenNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Groningen

Bus
Average priceUS$29 - US$112Average duration8h 35m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$34 - US$34Average duration4h 30m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Groningen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Groningen. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
US$34Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Groningen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$44
Average bus trip duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure03:40
Distance152 miles
Latest bus departure18:25

Cologne to Groningen Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Groningen

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Groningen by coach?

    The journey from Cologne to Groningen by coach covers an approximate distance of 159 miles (256 km).

  2. How can I get from Cologne to Groningen without driving?

    The best way to go from Cologne to Groningen without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Groningen was searched and found on 31 Aug 2025 with a price of US$30

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

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Groningen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-08-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Groningen.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne 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 Cologne to Groningen.

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Did you know?

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

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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