Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Göttingen Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Göttingen Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Göttingen Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Göttingen Station | Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Göttingen Station | Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Göttingen to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 305, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Göttingen and Cologne?
Göttingen
- ABahnhofspl. 1, 37073 Göttingen, Germany
- B
Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Göttingen to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Cologne start from R 330. The average price for this train route is around R 1 206. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Göttingen to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Göttingen to Cologne is 4h 11m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 58m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Cologne?
The earliest train from Göttingen to Cologne departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 19:41.
Which is the best train operator from Göttingen to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Göttingen to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Göttingen to Cologne?
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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Göttingen to Cologne?
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.
The cheapest trip from Göttingen to Cologne was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 738To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Göttingen to Cologne as early as possible.
