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Compare train for Göttingen to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$91 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 2h 19m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 5h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $91 (€75) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Essen
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Göttingen to Essen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Österreichische Bundesbahnen, metronom, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Göttingen to Essen trainsÖsterreichische Bundesbahnen, metronom, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Göttingen and Essen from $79 (€65). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Göttingen to Essen
Most Göttingen to Essen trains use the Göttingen to Essen station pair. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Göttingen station do trains to Essen leave from?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen train station facilities and services
Göttingen 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 and drink
Food options include: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Which Essen station do trains from Göttingen arrive at?
Getting to Essen from Essen city centre
Essen train station facilities and services
Essen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Essen.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Essen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen.
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