Osnabrück to Groningen by bus
Groningen lies 145 km (90 mi) north-west of Osnabrück, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 2 h 51 min including stops, over roughly 177 km (110 mi) of road.
| Osnabrück | Groningen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | The Netherlands |
| Population | 166,462 | 244,807 |
| Elevation | 69 m (226 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Postal codes | 49074–49090 | 9711–9747 |
What changes when you arrive in Groningen
Crossing from Germany into The Netherlands: the dialling code becomes +31; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
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Common questions
How far is Groningen from Osnabrück?
145 km (90 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Osnabrück; by road roughly 177 km (110 mi).
How long does it take to get from Osnabrück to Groningen by bus?
About 2 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Osnabrück and Groningen?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Groningen?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.