Cologne to Göttingen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Göttingen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£45

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£70

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

3 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

3 h 49 m

Trains on 05 Sept

6

Distance

218 km

Cheap tickets

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 £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Cologne to Göttingen, including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 218 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    8:273h58
    Cologne
    12:25Göttingen
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:273h58
    Cologne
    11:25Göttingen
    £561One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:583h09
    Cologne
    11:07Göttingen
    £681One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5:114h20
    Cologne
    9:31Göttingen
    £751One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4:254h00
    Cologne
    8:25Göttingen
    £851One-way
    0 changes

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 an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £48.

Distance: 218 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£48

Average Price

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£37

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

4h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Göttingen is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Göttingen:

A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Göttingen costing on average £48.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Göttingen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Göttingen take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Göttingen including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.99. The journey takes 3h 54m versus 3h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Cologne to Göttingen train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Göttingen trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn4:25 Cologne
4h00
8:25 Göttingen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn5:11 Cologne
4h20
9:31 Göttingen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn6:25 Cologne
4h00
10:25 Göttingen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn7:27 Cologne
3h58
11:25 Göttingen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn7:58 Cologne
3h09
11:07 Göttingen0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn8:27 Cologne
3h58
12:25 Göttingen0 changesdirect

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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 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £12 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance
218 km
Average train duration
3h 54m
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
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12

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 £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 9m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£19
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Hessische Landesbahn

About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£76
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
12 a day

Complete guide to Göttingen

Things to do in Göttingen

Discover the best of Göttingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Göttingen trip today.

  • Recommended

Forum Wissen

University collection on zoology, geology and anthropology with varied natural history displays suitable for a broad visit.

  • Recommended

Kunsthaus Göttingen

Specialist art venue in a historic half-timbered house, presenting contemporary exhibitions and local cultural programming.

Sammlungsgebäude der Universität Göttingen

Museum on the city’s scientific heritage with historic instruments, specimens and exhibitions from the university’s collections.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: student-city lodging and dining are reasonable, while hotels in peak periods cost more. Local buses and regional trains keep transport manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.80-4.20 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne to Göttingen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £48.
The train journey from Cologne to Göttingen covers a distance of 218 km and takes approximately 3h 9m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Cologne to Göttingen is 218 km.
The first train from Cologne to Göttingen leaves at 0:20.
The last train from Cologne to Göttingen departs at 23:55.
Trains from Cologne to Göttingen run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Göttingen.
To get from Cologne to Göttingen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne to Göttingen.
The train station in Cologne that goes to Göttingen is Cologne Hbf, and it arrives at Göttingen station.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Göttingen is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Cologne to Göttingen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cologne to Göttingen offers scenic views, particularly of the picturesque Rhine River landscapes and rolling hills, making it an enjoyable experience for travellers.
A day trip from Cologne to Göttingen is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 9m. However, there are 13 trains per day covering the 218 km.
Spending two to three days in Göttingen is usually sufficient to explore its historic sites, university, and enjoy the local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Göttingen.

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.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Göttingen

Which Cologne station do trains to Göttingen leave from?

Trains from Cologne to Göttingen leave from Köln Hbf. The station is 1 km from Cologne city centre at Trankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany.
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre

Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 16m · £6 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · £5 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · £5 · every ~14 min

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.

Köln Messe/DeutzKöln Messe/Deutz, Ottoplatz 7, 50679 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre

Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 12m · £3 · every ~3 min
Subway1, 9, 4, 3 · 15m · £2 · every ~52 min

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.

Köln/Bonn FlughafenKöln/Bonn Flughafen, Waldstraße 247, 51147 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre

Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 17m · £4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 21m · £4
Re · 23m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 29m · £5

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.

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