- Must visit
Internationales Wind- und Wassermühlen-Museum
Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Butzbach to Gifhorn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Butzbach to Gifhorn without transferring at least 3 times.
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Trains from Butzbach to Gifhorn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 but you can travel from only $21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 11:31. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 8:31 AM |
Last train 11:31 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
The table below shows live departures for Butzbach to Gifhorn trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 AM Butzbach Bahnhof | 4h51 | 10:42 AM Gifhorn | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Butzbach Bahnhof | 4h57 | 11:42 AM Gifhorn | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Butzbach Bahnhof | 4h02 | 11:42 AM Gifhorn | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Butzbach Bahnhof | 4h57 | 12:42 PM Gifhorn | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Butzbach Bahnhof | 5h18 | 1:42 PM Gifhorn | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Butzbach Bahnhof | 4h02 | 9:42 PM Gifhorn | 5 transfers | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Butzbach Bahnhof | 4h02 | 11:42 PM Gifhorn | 5 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:27 AM Butzbach Bahnhof | 8h15 | 8:42 AM Gifhorn | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Open-air museum with mills from many countries, crafts, and large grounds. It is Gifhorn's signature cultural attraction and the town's top museum visit.
Permanent and temporary exhibitions inside Gifhorn Castle covering regional history, art, and culture in a memorable historic setting.
Municipal gallery space for rotating contemporary art, photography, and local cultural exhibitions. A useful stop for current creative work in town.
Historic center with shops, civic buildings, and easy walking routes. It is the best area for seeing Gifhorn's everyday character and main sights together.
Central square often used for markets and events. It is a practical orientation point and a good place to experience local town life.
Green riverside zone near the castle, ideal for strolling, relaxing, and photographing Gifhorn's water-rich landscape and historic skyline.
Hearty Lower Saxony kale stew with smoked sausage and potatoes. A classic winter dish widely eaten across the region around Gifhorn.
Sour marinated beef in a rich sweet-sour gravy, usually served with red cabbage and potato dumplings. A long-standing North German Sunday favorite.
Pan-fried potatoes with onions and bacon, often served as a side or simple meal. A beloved everyday staple in Lower Saxony homes and inns.
Well-known local venue serving Greek and Mediterranean dishes in an informal, family-friendly atmosphere popular with residents.
Established hotel restaurant with seasonal German cuisine and a calm, polished atmosphere suitable for a more refined meal.
Traditional German inn in Gifhorn known for regional dishes and hearty classics in a relaxed, rustic setting.
Gifhorn is moderate for Germany: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than major cities, while local transit and everyday costs remain fairly standard.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and small change is fine at cafes.
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Gifhorn Bahnhof -> Gifhorn Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Butzbach to Gifhorn by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gifhorn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Butzbach to Gifhorn trains use the Butzbach to Gifhorn station pair. Use this guide to compare Butzbach and Gifhorn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Butzbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bäcker Mack, Bäcker, Moos, La Piazza, Café Macchiato und Pizzeria da Franco
Wi-Fi is available at Butzbach. ATMs are available at Butzbach.
Ticket office support is available at Butzbach. Information desks are available at Butzbach.
Luggage storage is available at Butzbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Butzbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Butzbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Butzbach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hessischer Hof, Hotel Römer, Deutsches Haus.
Gifhorn is 2 km from Gifhorn city centre. Public transport options include:
Gifhorn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: ANNA, La Cantina
Wi-Fi is available at Gifhorn. ATMs are available at Gifhorn.
Ticket office support is available at Gifhorn. Information desks are available at Gifhorn.
Luggage storage is available at Gifhorn. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gifhorn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gifhorn: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gifhorn.
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