Day trip from Groningen to Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden lies 50 km (31 mi) west of Groningen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 50 km (31 mi) apart, Leeuwarden is a realistic day trip from Groningen: about 49 min each way by road.
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| Groningen | Leeuwarden | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | The Netherlands | The Netherlands |
| Population | 244,807 | 124,481 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Postal codes | 9711–9747 | 8911–8941 |
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Common questions
How far is Leeuwarden from Groningen?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, west of Groningen; by road roughly 62 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Groningen to Leeuwarden by road?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Groningen and Leeuwarden?
No, both are on Europe/Amsterdam at the moment.
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.