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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 36 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Göttingen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 m 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.
ICE 79614:091h58Frankfurt Airport long-distance station16:07Göttingen station£181One-way0 changes- S9 · 4156 · ICE 79810:453h22Frankfurt am Main Flughafen14:07Göttingen station£221One-way2 changes
- ICE 621 · 4156 · ICE 79810:413h26Frankfurt Airport long-distance station14:07Göttingen station£221One-way2 changes
- ICE 625 · 4158 · ICE 79612:413h26Frankfurt Airport long-distance station16:07Göttingen station£221One-way2 changes
- S9 · 4158 · ICE 79612:453h22Frankfurt am Main Flughafen16:07Göttingen station£221One-way2 changes
- ICE 79614:091h58Frankfurt Airport long-distance station16:07Göttingen station£181One-way0 changes
- ICE 27 · 4514 · ICE 68012:022h52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station14:54Göttingen station£371One-way2 changes
- ICE 1651 · ICE 78813:022h52Frankfurt Airport long-distance station15:54Göttingen station£271One-way1 change
- S8 · 4514 · ICE 68012:002h54Frankfurt am Main Flughafen14:54Göttingen station£371One-way2 changes
- ICE 23 · 4506 · ICE 6948:023h01Frankfurt Airport long-distance station11:03Göttingen station£471One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 191 km
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£50 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9 · ECE 8 | On time 9:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 12:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 682 | Delayed 9:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 11:10 11:10Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 692 | On time 9:45 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h18 | 13:03 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4510 · ICE 682 | Delayed 10:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h54 | 11:10 11:10Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 25 · 4510 · ICE 682 | Delayed 10:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h52 | 11:10 11:10Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 121 · ICE 772 | On time 10:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 13:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 772 | On time 10:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 13:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 621 · ICE 880 | Delayed 10:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 12:11 12:11Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 74 | On time 11:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 14:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 623 · ICE 680 | Delayed 11:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 13:11 13:11Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 2510 | On time 12:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h29 | 15:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 27 · 4514 · ICE 680 | Delayed 12:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h52 | 13:11 13:11Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 625 · ICE 788 | Delayed 12:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 14:11 14:11Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| S9 · ICE 6 | On time 13:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 16:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
 15175+4534 · ICE 782 | Delayed 19:04 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h50 | 20:10 20:10Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| S9 · ICE 70 | On time 19:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 22:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 17 · ICE 70 | On time 19:17 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h14 | 22:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 729 · ICE 582 | Delayed 19:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 21:24 21:24Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| S8 · 4536 · ICE 582 | Delayed 20:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h22 | 21:24 21:24Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 929 · 4536 · ICE 582 | Delayed 20:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h20 | 21:24 21:24Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| S9 · ICE 2512 | On time 20:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 23:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 129 · ICE 2512 | On time 20:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 23:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
| S8 · 4506 · ICE 694 | On time 8:00 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h03 | 11:03 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| ICE 23 · 4506 · ICE 694 | On time 8:02 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h01 | 11:03 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| 4295 · ICE 2514 | On time 8:22 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h09 | 11:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 527 · ICE 882 | On time 8:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h29 | 12:10 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
| ICE 527 · 4154 · ICE 992 | On time 8:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h26 | 12:07 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
| 24319+15513 · 4154 · ICE 992 | On time 8:46 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h21 | 12:07 Göttingen station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 6:22 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport 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
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: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport and Göttingen
Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Göttingen trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Göttingen station pair, with some services arriving at Göttingen, ZOB. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Göttingen, ZOB from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen, ZOB train station facilities and services
Göttingen, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kartoffelhaus, Zum Szültenbürger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen, ZOB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Hannover, Hotel Central, Romantik Hotel Gebhards.
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