How much is the train ticket from Göttingen to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Cologne start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $100. 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 Göttingen to Cologne?

The average train ride duration from Göttingen to Cologne is 4h, covering a distance of 135 miles (217 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Göttingen to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Göttingen to Cologne?

The earliest train departs from Göttingen to Cologne at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:52pm.

Train Göttingen to Cologne from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Göttingen to Cologne on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:33pm	Göttingen Station	4h	10:33pm	Hbf	Cheapest
EuroCity Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:33pm	Göttingen Station	4h	4:33pm	Hbf	Fastest
	Train	12:02pm	Göttingen Station	4h 12m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
EuroCity Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:33pm	Göttingen Station	4h 9m	4:42pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	Train	12:02pm	Göttingen Station	4h 12m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Göttingen to Cologne on April 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:34am	Göttingen Station	3h 58m	11:32am	Hbf	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:02am	Göttingen Station	4h 12m	10:14am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
EuroCity Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:33pm	Göttingen Station	4h	4:33pm	Hbf	No tags
	Train	6:02am	Göttingen Station	4h 12m	10:14am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
EuroCity Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:33pm	Göttingen Station	4h	4:33pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:12 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Göttingen to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5hAverage Duration

130 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $71	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $286	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Göttingen

A
Göttingen Central Train Station
Berliner Straße 28, 37073 Göttingen

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

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 $32

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Göttingen to Cologne 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 Göttingen to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Göttingen to Cologne start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $100. 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 Göttingen to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Göttingen to Cologne is 4h, covering a distance of 135 miles (217 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 12m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Göttingen to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Göttingen to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Göttingen to Cologne at 6:02am. And the latest train departs at 8:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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04/06

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04/07

$143

Today

$71

04/09

$48

04/10

$81

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The cheapest trip from Göttingen to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 9, 2026 with a price of $48

To 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.

You can expect to pay from $48 to $290 for a train ticket from Göttingen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2026-04-09.