Munich to Göttingen train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Göttingen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£34

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£65

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

3 h 42 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

3 h 42 m

Trains on 05 Sept

29

Distance

396 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Munich to Göttingen will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 29 trains from Munich to Göttingen, including 12 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1080
    22:196h20
    Munich Hbf
    4:39Göttingen station
    £341One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1000 · 74634 · 24136 · 24248
    19:186h51
    Munich Hbf
    2:09Göttingen station
    £491One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1002 · 3666
    17:194h32
    Munich Hbf
    21:51Göttingen station
    £501One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1602 · 26106
    8:214h32
    Munich Hbf
    12:53Göttingen station
    £511One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1006 · 3662
    13:174h34
    Munich Hbf
    17:51Göttingen station
    £511One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Göttingen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. 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 £36, while a flight costs an average of £183.

Distance: 396 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£57

Average Price

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£183

Average Price

£65

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 34m

Average total duration

4h 4m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

7h 14m

Average total duration

6h 44m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 53m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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 Munich to Göttingen is a coach with an average price of £36.

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

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Göttingen costing on average £57.

A coach is £146 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Göttingen costing on average £183.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Göttingen is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Göttingen take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 4m.

Coach takes on average 6h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Göttingen 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 1h 49m faster (4h 4m by train vs 5h 53m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£57 vs £65). 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.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

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

Live departures

Munich to Göttingen train times

The table below shows live departures for Munich to Göttingen trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 784
On time
16:06 Munich Hbf
3h48
19:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
Deutsche BahnICE 882
On time
8:05 Munich Hbf
3h49
11:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1602 · 26106
On time
8:21 Munich Hbf
4h32
12:53 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 682
On time
9:12 Munich Hbf
3h42
12:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1100 · 3658
On time
9:19 Munich Hbf
4h32
13:51 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 880
On time
10:12 Munich Hbf
3h42
13:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1600 · 26108
On time
10:22 Munich Hbf
4h31
14:53 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 508 · ICE 599 · IC 2152 · ICE 6
On time
10:48 Munich Hbf
4h43
15:31 Göttingen station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 680
On time
11:12 Munich Hbf
3h42
14:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1008 · 3660
On time
11:18 Munich Hbf
4h33
15:51 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 788
On time
12:06 Munich Hbf
3h48
15:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1508 · 26110
On time
12:21 Munich Hbf
4h32
16:53 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 506 · 3662
On time
12:48 Munich Hbf
5h03
17:51 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 588
On time
13:10 Munich Hbf
3h44
16:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1006 · 3662
On time
13:17 Munich Hbf
4h34
17:51 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 786
On time
14:06 Munich Hbf
3h48
17:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1506 · 26112
On time
14:21 Munich Hbf
4h32
18:53 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 504 · 3664
On time
14:48 Munich Hbf
5h03
19:51 Göttingen station
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 586
On time
15:12 Munich Hbf
3h42
18:54 Göttingen station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1004 · 3664
On time
15:17 Munich Hbf
4h34
19:51 Göttingen station
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich to Göttingen

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Trains from Munich to Göttingen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 396 km distance in 3h 42m.

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
Distance
396 km
Average train duration
4h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
3h 42m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:44
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
2 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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Munich to Göttingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Munich and Göttingen from £16. 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 42m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£16
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
3h 41m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£68
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: Munich to Göttingen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Göttingen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £57.
The train journey from Munich to Göttingen covers a distance of 396 km and takes approximately 3h 42m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Munich to Göttingen is 396 km.
The first train from Munich to Göttingen leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Munich to Göttingen departs at 23:44.
Trains from Munich to Göttingen run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Munich and Göttingen. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Munich to Göttingen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Munich to Göttingen.
The train station in Munich that goes to Göttingen is Munich Hbf, and it arrives at Göttingen station.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Göttingen is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Munich 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 Munich to Göttingen offers a mix of scenic views, including stretches of beautiful Bavarian countryside, rolling hills, and picturesque villages, making it an enjoyable experience for passengers.
A day trip from Munich to Göttingen is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 42m. However, there are 8 trains per day covering the 396 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 Munich to Göttingen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Göttingen

Most Munich to Göttingen trains use the München Hbf to Göttingen station pair, with some services arriving at Göttingen, ZOB. Use this guide to compare Munich and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Munich
Arrival train stations in Göttingen

Which Munich station do trains to Göttingen leave from?

Trains from Munich to Göttingen leave from München Hbf. The station is 1 km from Munich city centre at Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany.
München HbfBayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre

München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus100 · 15m · every ~11 min
Tram21 · 12m · £2 · every ~12 min

München Hbf train station facilities and services

München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.

München OstMünchen Ost, Orleansplatz 11, 81667 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre

München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S1, S2, S3, S6, S4, S5 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~61 min
Drf, 961, 963, 965, 967, 969 · 8m · £2 · every ~1 min
Bus62 · 11m · every ~15 min
N45 · 22m · £3
Tram21, N19 · 17m · £3 · every ~13 min
SubwayU5 · 4m · £3 · every ~20 min

München Ost train station facilities and services

München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.

München HackerbrückeMünchen-Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstr. 31, 80335 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre

München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS1, S3, S8, S2, S6, S5, S4 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~61 min

München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services

München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.

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