The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
492 km
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 £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 5 trains that leave Göttingen for Copenhagen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 8 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 46 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.










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 prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £104.
Distance: 492 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£96 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £203 Average Price |
7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Göttingen to Copenhagen train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Copenhagen trains for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:41 Göttingen | 10h55 | 23:36 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:42 Göttingen | 9h44 | 23:26 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:56 Göttingen | 7h58 | 21:54 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:41 Göttingen | 8h19 | 23:00 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 17 December | |||||
![]() | 07:17 Göttingen | 8h21 | 15:38 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:56 Göttingen | 8h07 | 16:03 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:41 Göttingen | 8h18 | 16:59 Copenhagen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Copenhagen
Trains from Göttingen to Copenhagen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Göttingen to Copenhagen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Göttingen and Copenhagen from £25. 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.
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Göttingen and Copenhagen
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
- Mannamia
- Europic
- Efes Döner
- Bratwurst Glöckle
- Kasseler Hof
- Hotel Schiffer
- B&B Hotel Göttingen-City
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Skt. Petri
- Ibsens Hotel
- Hotel Kong Arthur
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 2,500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- Bus: Several lines available
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