Göttingen to Copenhagen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£49

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£96

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

7 h 4 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

7 h 5 m

Trains on 17 Sept

38

Distance

492 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Copenhagen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Göttingen to Copenhagen will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.

Fast trains

To travel from Göttingen to Copenhagen you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1080 · ECE 1198
    4:057h33
    Göttingen station
    11:38Copenhagen Central Station
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 778 · ECE 398
    6:327h06
    Göttingen station
    13:38Copenhagen Central Station
    £501One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 578 · ECE 392
    16:337h04
    Göttingen station
    23:37Copenhagen Central Station
    £501One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1272 · 4400 · ICE 920 · ECE 1198
    2:458h53
    Göttingen station
    11:38Copenhagen Central Station
    £561One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132
    4:209h54
    Göttingen station
    14:14Copenhagen Central Station
    £561One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Göttingen to Copenhagen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Copenhagen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £192.

Distance: 492 km

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Coach
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Driving

£77

Average Price

£57

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Cheapest

£192

Average Price

£125

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 44m

Average total duration

7h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 26m

Average total duration

8h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 2.9kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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KLM

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Göttingen to Copenhagen is a coach with an average price of £57.

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

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göttingen to Copenhagen costing on average £77.

A coach is £135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Göttingen to Copenhagen costing on average £192.

The fastest way to travel from Göttingen to Copenhagen is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 20m.

Other travel options to Copenhagen take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 14m.

Coach takes on average 8h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Göttingen and Copenhagen including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 8m faster (7h 14m by train vs 7h 22m by car) and roughly £48 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£77 vs £125). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Göttingen to Copenhagen train times

The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Copenhagen trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132
Delayed
2:08 4:08Göttingen station
10h06
14:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754 · IC 50132
Delayed
2:08 4:08Göttingen station
10h14
14:22 Vesterport st
4 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754 · ICL 34
Delayed
2:08 4:08Göttingen station
10h06
14:14 Vesterport st
4 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1080 · 11156 · IC 5754 · ICL 34
Delayed
2:08 4:08Göttingen station
9h58
14:06 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Thursday 17 September
Deutsche BahnICE 1272 · 4400 · ICE 920 · ECE 11982:45 Göttingen station
8h53
11:38 Copenhagen Central Station3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 778 · ECE 3986:32 Göttingen station
7h06
13:38 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 776 · RJ 384
On time
8:33 Göttingen station
9h05
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 776 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 501488:33 Göttingen station
9h41
18:14 Copenhagen Central Station3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 776 · ECE 396
On time
8:33 Göttingen station
7h05
15:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 776 · S1 · RJ 384
On time
8:33 Göttingen station
9h05
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 776 · ECE 396 · S E8:33 Göttingen station
7h13
15:46 Vesterport st2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 686 · RJ 384
On time
8:55 Göttingen station
8h43
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 686 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50148
On time
8:55 Göttingen station
9h19
18:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 686 · S1 · RJ 384
On time
8:55 Göttingen station
8h43
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 686 · 11164 · IC 5758 · IC 50148
On time
8:55 Göttingen station
9h27
18:22 Vesterport st
4 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 76 · RJ 384
On time
9:33 Göttingen station
8h05
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 76 · S1 · RJ 384
On time
9:33 Göttingen station
8h05
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 886 · RJ 384
On time
9:55 Göttingen station
7h43
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 886 · RJ 384 · S E
On time
9:55 Göttingen station
7h51
17:46 Vesterport st
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 774 · 11166 · RJ 384
On time
10:33 Göttingen station
7h05
17:38 Copenhagen Central Station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 774 · 11166 · RJ 384 · S E
On time
10:33 Göttingen station
7h13
17:46 Vesterport st
3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156
On time
11:33 Göttingen station
8h41
20:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnECE 8 · 11168 · IC 5760 · IC 50156
On time
11:33 Göttingen station
8h55
20:28 Vesterport st
4 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 772 · ECE 394
On time
12:33 Göttingen station
7h05
19:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 772 · ECE 394 · S B
On time
12:33 Göttingen station
7h15
19:48 Vesterport st
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 682 · 11172 · IC 5762 · IC 50164
On time
12:59 Göttingen station
9h15
22:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 74 · 11172 · IC 5762 · IC 50164
On time
13:33 Göttingen station
8h41
22:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 880 · RJ 382
On time
13:59 Göttingen station
7h39
21:38 Copenhagen Central Station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 770 · 11174 · RJ 382
On time
14:33 Göttingen station
7h05
21:38 Copenhagen Central Station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 680 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70172
On time
14:59 Göttingen station
9h50
0:49 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 50172
On time
15:33 Göttingen station
8h41
0:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 · IC 70172
On time
15:33 Göttingen station
9h16
0:49 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 578 · ECE 39216:33 Göttingen station
7h04
23:37 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 578 · ECE 39216:33 Göttingen station
7h42
0:15 Copenhagen Central Station1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 588 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70182
On time
16:55 Göttingen station
10h19
3:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 50182
On time
17:33 Göttingen station
8h53
2:26 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 72 · 11180 · IC 5766 · IC 70182
On time
17:33 Göttingen station
9h41
3:14 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 572 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ECE 1198
On time
22:33 Göttingen station
13h05
11:38 Copenhagen Central Station
3 changes
Deutsche Bahn82848 · 11152 · IC 5752 · IC 5012423:11 Göttingen station
13h03
12:14 Copenhagen Central Station4 changes
Deutsche Bahn82848 · 11152 · IC 5752 · ECE 119823:11 Göttingen station
12h27
11:38 Copenhagen Central Station4 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Göttingen to Copenhagen

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Trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 7h 5m.

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 £32
Distance
492 km
Average train duration
7h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£44
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
7h 5m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:48
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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 £32

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Göttingen to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Göttingen and Copenhagen from £32. 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
7h 5m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£41
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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
7h 39m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£111
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
4 a day

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Things to do in Copenhagen

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

  • Must visit

Statens Museum for Kunst

Major art museum with Danish Golden Age works, French art and a fine sculpture collection. Excellent for a broad introduction to Nordic art.

  • Must visit

Nationalmuseet

National museum covering Danish history, Viking finds, antiquities and cultural treasures. Ideal for understanding the country's past in one place.

  • Recommended

Kunsthal Charlottenborg

Contemporary art museum in the former West India Warehouse. A thoughtful stop for modern Nordic and international exhibitions by the waterfront.

Danish krone (kr)

Very expensive for city breaks. Hotels, dining and drinks are pricier than in many European capitals, though public transport is efficient rather than cheap.

Average meal costs

Budget
kr 90-140 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
kr 200-350 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
kr 700+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
kr 35-50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Tipping is optional; round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips.

FAQs: Göttingen to Copenhagen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Göttingen to Copenhagen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Göttingen to Copenhagen covers a distance of 492 km and takes approximately 7h 5m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Göttingen to Copenhagen is 492 km.
The first train from Göttingen to Copenhagen leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Göttingen to Copenhagen departs at 23:48.
Trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Göttingen to Copenhagen.
To get from Göttingen to Copenhagen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Göttingen to Copenhagen.
The train station in Göttingen that goes to Copenhagen is Göttingen station, and it arrives at Copenhagen Central Station.
The cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Copenhagen is by coach, costing approximately £32.
Booking trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Göttingen to Copenhagen offers scenic views, especially as it traverses through the lush landscapes of northern Germany and the picturesque countryside of Denmark. Passengers can enjoy the changing scenery from rolling hills to coastal views approaching Copenhagen.
A day trip from Göttingen to Copenhagen is not feasible as the journey takes 7h 5m and covers 492 km. There are 7 trains per day.
In Copenhagen, you can explore the National Museum of Denmark to learn about the country's rich history and culture, or visit the Carlsberg Brewery to discover the brewing process and taste different beers. Enjoy unique views of the city with a canal tour, or relax in the Botanical Garden, a lush oasis with a diverse collection of plants. Experience the lively atmosphere of Strøget, one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets, lined with shops, cafes, and street performers. For sightseeing, visit Tivoli Gardens, a historic amusement park, and Nyhavn, a colourful waterfront district. Admire The Little Mermaid statue, explore Renaissance-era Rosenborg Castle with its crown jewels, and tour Christiansborg Palace, housing royal reception rooms and the Danish Parliament.
To experience the main attractions and the unique culture of Copenhagen, a stay of three to four days is generally recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Göttingen to Copenhagen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Göttingen and Copenhagen

Most Göttingen to Copenhagen trains use the Göttingen to København Hovedb. station pair. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Copenhagen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Göttingen
Arrival train stations in Copenhagen

Which Göttingen station do trains to Copenhagen leave from?

Trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen leave from Göttingen. The station is 1 km from Göttingen city centre at Göttingen, Bahnhofsplatz 1, 37073 Göttingen.
GöttingenGöttingen, Bahnhofsplatz 1, 37073 GöttingenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre

BusE71, E41, 72, 71, 50, 42, 41 · 4m · every ~13 min

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.

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