How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Leipzig?

The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Leipzig start from R 781. The average price for this train route is around R 1 721. 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 Leipzig?

The average train journey time from Göttingen to Leipzig is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 172 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Leipzig route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Leipzig?

The earliest train from Göttingen to Leipzig departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 19:14.

Train Göttingen to Leipzig from R 781 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Göttingen to Leipzig on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	18:08	Göttingen Station	3h 2m	21:10	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	18:16	Göttingen Station	2h 54m	21:10	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
	Train	19:02	Göttingen Station	3h 22m	22:24	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	19:14	Göttingen Station	2h 56m	22:10	Leipzig Hbf	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	19:16	Göttingen Station	3h 8m	22:24	Leipzig Hbf	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Göttingen to Leipzig

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leipzig. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

172 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 354 - R 588	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 781 - R 2 336	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 144 - R 432	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Göttingen and Leipzig?

Göttingen

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Goettingen Hbf Bahnhofsallee
Bahnhofspl. 1, 37073 Göttingen, Germany
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Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen

Leipzig

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Leipzig Hbf
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 336

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Göttingen to Leipzig 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 Leipzig?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Leipzig start from R 781. The average price for this train route is around R 1 721. 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 Leipzig?
The average train journey time from Göttingen to Leipzig is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 172 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Göttingen to Leipzig route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Göttingen to Leipzig?
The earliest train from Göttingen to Leipzig departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 19:14.