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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Göttingen
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Göttingen will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Cologne to Göttingen you need to make at least one change.
ICE 555 · ICE 7878:243h35Cologne Hbf11:59Göttingen station£371One-way1 change- ICE 1036 · ICE 143 · ICE 5878:454h14Cologne Hbf12:59Göttingen station£451One-way2 changes
- ICE 545 · ICE 5798:254h00Cologne Hbf12:25Göttingen station£451One-way1 change
- ICE 119 · ICE 25 · 4510 · ICE 6828:583h56Cologne Messe/Deutz12:54Göttingen station£491One-way3 changes
- ICE 529 · ICE 6828:454h09Cologne Messe/Deutz12:54Göttingen station£571One-way1 change
- ICE 555 · ICE 7878:243h35Cologne Hbf11:59Göttingen station£371One-way1 change
- ICE 119 · ICE 25 · 4510 · ICE 6828:583h56Cologne Messe/Deutz12:54Göttingen station£491One-way3 changes
- ICE 103 · ICE 25 · 4510 · ICE 6828:544h00Cologne Hbf12:54Göttingen station£641One-way3 changes
- ICE 545 · ICE 5798:254h00Cologne Hbf12:25Göttingen station£451One-way1 change
- ICE 529 · ICE 6828:454h09Cologne Messe/Deutz12:54Göttingen station£571One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Göttingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 218 km
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4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Cologne to Göttingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Göttingen trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:17 Cologne | 4h14 | 11:31 Göttingen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:25 Cologne | 4h00 | 11:25 Göttingen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:54 Cologne | 3h13 | 11:07 Göttingen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:27 Cologne | 3h58 | 12:25 Göttingen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| ICE 555 · ICE 787 | On time 8:24 Cologne Hbf | 3h35 | 11:59 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 545 · ICE 579 | On time 8:25 Cologne Hbf | 4h00 | 12:25 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 1036 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 | On time 8:45 Cologne Hbf | 4h14 | 12:59 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 682 | Delayed 8:45 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h09 | 11:10 11:10Göttingen station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Göttingen
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Trains from Cologne to Göttingen run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 218 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 218 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Göttingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Göttingen from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Hessische Landesbahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Cologne to Göttingen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Göttingen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Göttingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Göttingen
Most Cologne to Göttingen trains use the Köln Hbf to Göttingen station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Göttingen leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Göttingen station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen train station facilities and services
Göttingen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Most popular train connections from Cologne
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