Train from Cologne to Göttingen: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Göttingen on 24 January
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Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Göttingen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Göttingen. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
2h 40mAverage duration
218 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€17 - €34Average duration5h 5m
5kg CO₂e
Average price€20 - €150Average duration3h 37m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€16 - €28Average duration2h 40m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Göttingen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Göttingen?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Göttingen start from €20. The average price for this train route is around €62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Göttingen?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Göttingen is 3h 37m, covering a distance of 217 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Göttingen route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 15 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Göttingen?

    The earliest train from Cologne to Göttingen departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 20:34.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Göttingen?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Göttingen?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Göttingen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Göttingen?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Göttingen was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Göttingen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €29 to €128 for a train ticket from Cologne to Göttingen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €29, which is on 2026-01-27.

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