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University collection on zoology, geology and anthropology with varied natural history displays suitable for a broad visit.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£73
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
6 h 31 m
Trains on 05 Sept
17
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Göttingen will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Prague to Göttingen you need to make at least one change.
RJ 172 · ICE 840 · ICE 1081
R 684 · Os 28011 · S1 · ICE 1552
RJ 250 · ICE 273
RJ 384 · ICE 373
EX 360 · 3564 · ICE 680
RJ 174 · ICE 677
RJ 382 · ICE 377
RJ 384 · ICE 373
RJ 178 · ICE 548 · ICE 771
RJ 176 · ICE 544 · ICE 775Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Prague 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £183.
Distance: 354 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £183 Average Price | £72 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 11m Average total duration 14h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Göttingen:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Göttingen costing on average £72.
A coach is £148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Göttingen costing on average £183.
Other travel options to Göttingen take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 13m.
Flight takes on average 14h 11m.
Tickets start at around £72 compared to roughly £72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.34. The journey takes 6h 30m versus 5h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Göttingen trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 384 · ICE 373 | On time 6:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h19 | 12:50 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
R 696 · Os 28003 · S1 · ICE 1650 | 6:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h04 | 13:51 Göttingen station | 4 changes | |
EX 360 · 3564 · ICE 680 | On time 7:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h19 | 14:54 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
RJ 178 · ICE 548 · ICE 771 | On time 8:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h54 | 15:25 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
R 692 · Os 28005 · S1 · ICE 1558 | 8:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h04 | 15:51 Göttingen station | 4 changes | |
RJ 382 · ICE 377 | On time 10:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h19 | 16:50 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
R 690 · Os 28007 · S1 · ICE 1556 | 10:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h04 | 17:51 Göttingen station | 4 changes | |
EX 356 · 3572 · ICE 586 | On time 11:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h19 | 18:54 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
RJ 176 · ICE 544 · ICE 775 | On time 12:31 Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h54 | 19:25 Göttingen station | 2 changes | |
R 688 · Os 28009 · S1 · ICE 1554 | 12:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h04 | 19:51 Göttingen station | 4 changes | |
RJ 174 · ICE 677 | On time 14:41 Prague-Holešovice | 6h09 | 20:50 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
R 684 · Os 28011 · S1 · ICE 1552 | 14:47 Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h04 | 21:51 Göttingen station | 4 changes | |
EX 352 · 3580 · ICE 522 · ICE 1272 | On time 15:35 Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h08 | 2:43 Göttingen station | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Prague to Göttingen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:42 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Göttingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Göttingen trip today.
University collection on zoology, geology and anthropology with varied natural history displays suitable for a broad visit.
Specialist art venue in a historic half-timbered house, presenting contemporary exhibitions and local cultural programming.
Museum on the city’s scientific heritage with historic instruments, specimens and exhibitions from the university’s collections.
Central market square framed by historic buildings, shops and the Gänseliesel fountain; ideal for a first walk through the city.
Pedestrian old town street lined with shops and historic façades, offering one of Göttingen’s busiest strolling routes.
Green ring on former fortifications with paths, lawns and ponds, popular for relaxed walks close to the historic centre.
A hearty kale stew from Lower Saxony, traditionally cooked with smoked sausages and pork. It is a cold-season staple across the region.
A rustic sausage from Lower Saxony made with pork and oats or groats, often served with kale. It is strongly associated with regional winter cooking.
A simple pan-fried potato dish with onions and bacon, common in northern German home cooking and beer halls. It is valued for its hearty regional character.
Refined modern dining in central Göttingen with tasting menus and polished service. Best for a special meal in an elegant setting.
Traditional German inn serving regional classics, schnitzel and seasonal dishes in a cosy historic atmosphere near the old town.
Well-known brewery restaurant with hearty German food and house-brewed beer. Lively, casual and popular for local flavours.
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.
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.
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Göttingen Bahnhof -> Marktplatz, Göttingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.

Most Prague to Göttingen trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Göttingen station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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 options include: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
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