Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Göttingen | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hbf | Göttingen Station | Fastest | |||||
| Cologne Messe/Deutz | Göttingen Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Göttingen Station | No tags | |||||
| Cologne Messe/Deutz | Göttingen Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Göttingen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Göttingen. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and 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
Göttingen
- A
Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen
Train Companies
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $49
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Göttingen by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Göttingen?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Göttingen start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $110. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Göttingen?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Göttingen is 4h, covering a distance of 135 miles (217 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Göttingen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Göttingen?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Göttingen at 6:11am. And the latest train departs at 7:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Göttingen was searched and found on Apr 5, 2026 with a price of $34To 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 $34 to $275 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 $34 which is on 2026-04-05.
