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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Göttingen will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Mon 16 Nov, we found 22 trains from Stuttgart to Göttingen, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 311 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
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Trains from Stuttgart to Göttingen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 311 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 311 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stuttgart to Göttingen.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Göttingen trains for today, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 594 · ICE 792 | Delayed 16:03 16:49Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 20:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 574 | On time 17:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 20:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 514 · ICE 70 | On time 17:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 21:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
19080 · ICE 782 | On time 18:09 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h45 | 21:54 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 592 · ICE 790 | On time 18:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 22:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 572 | On time 19:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 22:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 512 · ICE 274 · 4166 · 24038 | On time 19:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 4h52 | 0:41 Göttingen station | 3 changes | |
88627 · ICE 1080 | Delayed 20:57 Stuttgart Hbf | 7h09 | 3:24 3:24Göttingen station | 1 change | |
19686 · IC 60470 | On time 23:13 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h18 | 4:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
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ICE 618 · ICE 78 | On time 2:22 Stuttgart Hbf | 5h09 | 7:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 776 | On time 5:02 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h29 | 8:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 616 · ICE 76 | On time 5:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 9:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 994 | On time 6:36 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h30 | 10:06 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 694 · ICE 994 | On time 6:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 10:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 774 | On time 7:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 10:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 · ECE 8 | On time 7:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 11:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
19060 · ICE 882 | On time 8:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h46 | 11:54 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 692 · ICE 992 | On time 8:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 12:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 772 | On time 9:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 12:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 612 · ICE 74 | On time 9:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 13:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
19064 · ICE 880 | On time 10:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 13:54 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · ICE 798 | On time 10:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 14:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 770 | On time 11:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 14:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 610 · ICE 6 | On time 11:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 15:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 598 · ICE 796 | On time 12:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 16:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 578 | On time 13:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 16:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 518 · ICE 72 | On time 13:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h42 | 17:31 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
19072 · ICE 786 | On time 14:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h46 | 17:54 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 596 · ICE 794 | On time 14:49 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h17 | 18:06 Göttingen station | 1 change | |
ICE 576 | On time 15:23 Stuttgart Hbf | 3h08 | 18:31 Göttingen station | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Göttingen trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Göttingen station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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 options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Vaihingen Bahnhof is 7 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Vaihingen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
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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