Day trip from Essen to Groningen
Groningen lies 198 km (123 mi) north of Essen, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 198 km (123 mi) apart, Groningen is a realistic day trip from Essen: about 3 h 14 min each way by road.
| Essen | Groningen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | The Netherlands |
| Population | 593,085 | 244,807 |
| Elevation | 83 m (272 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Amsterdam) |
| Postal codes | 45127–45359 | 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.
Where to book tours and tickets in Groningen
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Staying in Groningen
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Common questions
How far is Groningen from Essen?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, north of Essen; by road roughly 242 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Essen to Groningen by road?
About 3 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Essen 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.