- Recommended
Oberhausmuseum
City museum in a former inn covering Passau’s art, trade and everyday life. A good introduction to the city’s cultural and urban history.
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Compare train and coach for Göttingen to Passau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. 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 £32, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 415 km
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Göttingen to Passau train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Passau trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:02 Göttingen | 5h35 | 0:37 Passau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Passau
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Trains from Göttingen to Passau run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 5h 22m.
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 415 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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, ÖBB | Nightjet from Göttingen to Passau trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Göttingen and Passau 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 Duration
5h 22m
Cheapest Price
£62
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
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.
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.
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.
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
ÖBB | Nightjet
About
ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 39m
Cheapest Price
£234
ÖBB | Nightjet frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 piece of larger luggage included
Luggage storage
Luggage racks above seats, at end of carriages, and under seats. Special storage for bikes and ski equipment.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled by ÖBB
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car or bistro available on most routes. Night trains offer breakfast service in sleeper and couchette cars.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Additional fee applies. Free for certain ticket types and first class.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs need ticket (50% of 2nd class fare) and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Passau
Things to do in Passau
Discover the best of Passau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Passau trip today.
- Recommended
Museum Veste Oberhaus
Museum on the fortress hill presenting glass art, regional history and changing exhibitions. The setting adds excellent views over the rivers and old town.
- Recommended
Museum Moderner Kunst Wörlen
Museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art in Passau. It offers a quieter cultural stop with rotating exhibitions in a central old town location.
- Must visit
Dreiflüsseeck
Prominent headland where the Danube, Inn and Ilz meet. It is one of Passau’s signature viewpoints and a favourite place for photographs and riverside walks.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Atmospheric old town quarter with narrow lanes, pastel façades and historic squares. Ideal for wandering between churches, shops and river viewpoints.
- Recommended
Innpromenade
Pleasant riverside promenade along the Inn with benches, trees and views towards Mariahilf. A relaxing walking route popular with locals and visitors.
- Gluten-free
Kartoffelsuppe
A hearty Bavarian potato soup often enriched with root vegetables and herbs. It is a comforting staple in inns across Lower Bavaria.
Schweinshaxe
Crisp roasted pork knuckle with crackling, usually served with gravy and dumplings. A classic Bavarian tavern dish popular in Passau.
Schweinsbraten
Slow-roasted pork with dark beer gravy, commonly eaten in Bavarian beer halls. It reflects the region’s strong brewing and roast-meat tradition.
Heilig-Geist-Stiftschenke
Riverside restaurant with a more refined feel, offering regional cuisine, seasonal menus, and views suited to a relaxed dinner.
Gasthof Zum Goldenen Schiff
Traditional Bavarian inn near the old town, known for roast meats, dumplings, beer, and a classic wood-panelled atmosphere.
Ratskeller Passau
Historic brewery restaurant serving Bavarian dishes and house beers in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are reasonable, while tourist areas cost more. Local buses and regional trains are fairly priced.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.80-4 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
Meine SWPassau
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.20
- Day pass
- €5.00
To the city centre
Passau Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Passau
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy VBP tickets before boarding where possible; the official fare page is the key reference for current city-bus prices.
- Passau local transport is bus-based rather than metro or tram. DB tickets with Passau+City are valid for one onward VBP journey when marked accordingly.
FAQs: Göttingen to Passau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Göttingen to Passau can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £62, while the average price tends to be around £117.
The train journey from Göttingen to Passau covers a distance of 415 km and takes approximately 5h 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Göttingen to Passau is 415 km.
The first train from Göttingen to Passau leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Göttingen to Passau departs at 23:13.
Trains from Göttingen to Passau run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Göttingen and Passau. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet.
To get from Göttingen to Passau, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a night train from Göttingen to Passau.
The train station in Göttingen that goes to Passau is Göttingen station, and it arrives at Passau Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Passau is by coach, costing approximately £32.
Booking trains from Göttingen to Passau 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 Passau offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria, with its rolling hills, rivers, and charming villages.
A day trip from Göttingen to Passau is not feasible due to the travel duration of 5h 22m. However, there are 6 train journeys available per day for this route, covering a distance of 415 km.
Two to three days in Passau is typically sufficient to explore its historic old town, visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, and enjoy a cruise along the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers.
Yes, you can take the train from Göttingen to Passau.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Göttingen and Passau
Most Göttingen to Passau trains use the Göttingen to Passau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Passau, Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Passau 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 Passau
Which Göttingen station do trains to Passau leave from?
Trains from Göttingen to Passau leave from Göttingen. The station is 1 km from Göttingen city centre at Göttingen, Bahnhofsplatz 1, 37073 Göttingen.
GöttingenGöttingen, Bahnhofsplatz 1, 37073 Göttingen
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.
Which Passau station do trains from Göttingen arrive at?
Trains from Göttingen to Passau most often arrive at Passau Hbf. Some services arrive at Passau, Hauptbahnhof, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Passau arrival station.
Passau HbfPassau Hbf, Bahnhofstr. 29, 94032 Passau
Passau Hbf train station facilities and services
Passau 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: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
Passau, Hauptbahnhof94032 Passau, Germany
Passau, Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Passau, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau, Hauptbahnhof.
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