- Must visit
Lehmbruck Museum
Major museum of modern sculpture named after Duisburg-born Wilhelm Lehmbruck, with notable 20th-century and contemporary art in a striking park setting.
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Compare train and bus for Göttingen to Duisburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 136 miles (220 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$37 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Göttingen to Duisburg is a bus with an average price of $36 (€30).
This is compared to other travel options from Göttingen to Duisburg:
A bus is $0.96 (€0.79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göttingen to Duisburg costing on average $37 (€30).
The fastest way to travel from Göttingen to Duisburg is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 0m.
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 1m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Göttingen and Duisburg including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Göttingen to Duisburg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 23m faster (3h 1m by train vs 3h 24m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $45 (€37)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Österreichische Bundesbahnen, metronom, NordWestBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and more offer trains services from Göttingen to Duisburg.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Duisburg
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Trains from Göttingen to Duisburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 8h 2m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $34 (€28)
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $34 (€28)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, metronom, NordWestBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Göttingen to Duisburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, metronom, NordWestBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Göttingen and Duisburg from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Price
$33 (€28)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
metronom
About
Metronom Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH is a German railway company that has been connecting Northern Germany since 2003. Based in Uelzen, it focuses exclusively on passenger transport, operating services from Hamburg to Bremen, Lüneburg, Uelzen, Hanover, and Göttingen. The company also runs services under the brand Enno from Wolfsburg to Hanover and Hildesheim. Metronom is partly state-owned, with its trains, which can reach speeds of up to 160 km/h, being rented from the state transport company Landesnahverkehrsgesellschaft Niedersachsen mbH (LNVG). They are known for their yellow and blue double-decker trains, offering amenities like extra legroom and refreshments.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 17m
metronom frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one large piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated storage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations not included, can be purchased separately
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs need ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
$106 (€88)
Österreichische Bundesbahnen frequency
1 a day
NordWestBahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 49m
Cheapest Price
$62 (€51)
NordWestBahn frequency
1 a day
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 17m
Cheapest Price
$85 (€70)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
15 a day
Complete guide to Duisburg
Things to do in Duisburg
Discover the best of Duisburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Duisburg trip today.
- Must visit
Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
One of the Ruhr region’s leading contemporary art museums, housed in a converted mill at Innenhafen with strong postwar and contemporary German art collections.
- Recommended
Kultur- und Stadthistorisches Museum Duisburg
City history museum covering Duisburg’s Roman roots, medieval trade, cartography, and urban development near the old harbor area.
- Must visit
Innenhafen Duisburg
Revitalized inner harbor with waterfront promenades, contemporary architecture, museums, and one of the city’s best walking areas.
- Recommended
Sechs-Seen-Platte
Large lake district and recreation area popular for walking, nature, and relaxed views away from the industrial core.
- Recommended
Altstadt Duisburg
The old town area around the market and Salvatorkirche, best for tracing Duisburg’s historic urban character.
Currywurst
Sliced Bratwurst with a spiced ketchup-based curry sauce, a Ruhrgebiet fast-food classic found at snack stands across Duisburg.
- Gluten-free
Himmel Und Äd
A Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes with apple sauce, often served with fried onions and blood sausage; sweet-savory and deeply regional.
Rheinischer Sauerbraten
Marinated pot roast, traditionally served with gravy, red cabbage, and dumplings; one of the best-known classic dishes of the wider Rhineland.
Nuhs Thai Schnellrestaurant
Well-known casual spot in Duisburg for reliable Thai food, generous portions, and very good value.
Restaurant Mediteran
Long-running Balkan and steakhouse-style restaurant known for hearty grilled dishes and friendly service.
Küppersmühle Restaurant
Upscale restaurant at Innenhafen known for refined modern cuisine and an elegant waterfront setting.
Euro
Prices are moderate by German standards. Supermarkets and casual dining are affordable, while hotels and upscale restaurants cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for kebab, bakery, or lunch special.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-35 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 60+ per person at upscale venues.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis and leave small change in cafés or bars.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 3.60
- Day pass
- EUR 7.60
To the city center
Duisburg Hbf, Duisburg -> Duisburg Innenstadt, Duisburg
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- Single tickets and day tickets in Duisburg are usually sold through VRR channels and ticket machines; check the correct price level before purchase.
- On most local buses and trams, card payment is not universally available onboard, so buy tickets in the app or at machines in advance when possible.
FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Duisburg 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 Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Göttingen to Duisburg can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $35 (€29), while the average price is around $37 (€30).
The train from Göttingen to Duisburg takes 8h 2m and runs 8 per day.
The first train from Göttingen to Duisburg leaves at 12:09 AM.
The distance by train from Göttingen to Duisburg is 136 miles (220 km).
The last train from Göttingen to Duisburg leaves at 11:52 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Göttingen to Duisburg.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Göttingen to Duisburg.
The train station in Göttingen that goes to Duisburg is Göttingen station, which connects to Duisburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Duisburg is by bus, with a cost of around $34 (€28).
The train journey from Göttingen to Duisburg offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the picturesque Harz Mountains and the lush landscapes of Lower Saxony, though much of the route passes through industrial areas as you approach Duisburg.
A day trip from Göttingen to Duisburg is not feasible due to the travel time of 8h 2m. However, there are 6 train journeys available per day for this route.
Two to three days in Duisburg is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord, the Inner Harbor, and the Duisburg Zoo, while also allowing time to enjoy local dining and culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Göttingen to Duisburg.
Since both Göttingen and Duisburg are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Duisburg include Cologne, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Utrecht, Arnhem.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Göttingen to Duisburg among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Duisburg, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as train stations and popular tourist spots. It is advisable to stay alert in public transportation and avoid displaying valuables openly. Scams involving fake charity collectors or street vendors offering overpriced goods have been reported. Always use official transportation tickets and avoid unlicensed taxi services to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Göttingen to Duisburg
Göttingen
Duisburg
The major train station for departures in Göttingen is Göttingen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göttingen for your trip from Göttingen to Duisburg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:00
Dining
- Mannamia
- Europic
- Efes Döner
- Bratwurst Glöckle
Hotel
- Kasseler Hof
- Hotel Schiffer
- B&B Hotel Göttingen-City
The major train station for arrivals in Duisburg is Duisburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Duisburg Hbf for your journey to Duisburg from Göttingen.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 16:00
Dining
- Bellagio
- Restaurant Mediteran
- Café Dobbelstein
- Da Roberto
Hotel
- Ibis
- Plaza
- Mercure
- Hotel Goldener Hahn
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