- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Munich will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 26 trains that leave Göttingen for Munich on Sat, Jun 20, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 396 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
26109 · ICE 1509
26113 · ICE 1603
ICE 273 · ICE 521
ICE 781
ICE 883
ICE 589
ICE 587
ICE 789
ICE 787
ICE 785Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $186.
Distance: 246 miles (396 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Göttingen to Munich:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göttingen to Munich costing on average $96 (€79).
A bus is $193 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Göttingen to Munich costing on average $238 (€195).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 4m.
Bus takes on average 7h 8m.
You'll arrive about 1h 42m sooner (4h 4m by train vs 5h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $96 (€79) compared to roughly $87 (€72) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Munich trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 783 | On time 8:02 AM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 11:50 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
3657 · ICE 1005 | On time 8:09 AM Göttingen station | 4h37 | 12:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583 | On time 9:02 AM Göttingen station | 3h50 | 12:52 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26105 · ICE 1505 | On time 9:07 AM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 1:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 | On time 10:02 AM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 1:50 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
3659 · ICE 1007 | On time 10:09 AM Göttingen station | 4h37 | 2:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585 | On time 11:02 AM Göttingen station | 3h50 | 2:52 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26107 · ICE 1507 | Delayed 11:07 AM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 1:57 PM 1:57 PMMunich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 787 | On time 12:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 3:50 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
3661 · ICE 1009 | On time 12:09 PM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 4:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · ICE 509 | On time 1:02 PM Göttingen station | 4h07 | 5:09 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 | On time 1:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h47 | 4:49 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26109 · ICE 1509 | On time 1:07 PM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 5:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 | On time 2:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h47 | 5:49 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
3663 · ICE 1101 | On time 2:09 PM Göttingen station | 4h34 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589 | On time 3:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h46 | 6:48 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26111 · ICE 1601 | On time 3:07 PM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 7:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 881 | On time 4:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 7:50 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
3665 · ICE 1103 | On time 4:09 PM Göttingen station | 4h37 | 8:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 681 | On time 5:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 8:50 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26113 · ICE 1603 | On time 5:07 PM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 9:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 883 | On time 6:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 9:50 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 683 | On time 7:02 PM Göttingen station | 3h48 | 10:50 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
26115 · ICE 1605 | On time 7:07 PM Göttingen station | 4h36 | 11:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 885 | On time 8:02 PM Göttingen station | 4h09 | 12:11 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 685 | On time 9:02 PM Göttingen station | 4h11 | 1:13 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Göttingen to Munich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 246 miles (396 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 246 miles (396 km) |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
A premier Old Masters gallery with major European paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Dürer, Rubens, and Raphael. Essential for classical art lovers.
A leading museum for modern and contemporary art, design, architecture, and graphic art. Popular for its breadth and for pairing well with the nearby Pinakothek museums.
One of Europe’s largest urban parks, famous for long walks, open lawns, river scenes, and the Eisbach wave. A must for both classic sightseeing and social-media-friendly city moments.
Munich’s best-known market square and a lively old-town stop with strong local character. Even without focusing on food, it is worth visiting for atmosphere, architecture, and daily city life.
The 1972 Olympic Park remains one of Munich’s most recognizable leisure areas, combining landmark architecture, views, open space, and year-round events. Very popular with visitors and locals.
Traditional Munich veal sausages gently heated and served with sweet mustard and a pretzel, especially popular as a late-morning classic.
Roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, a hearty Bavarian specialty often served with dumplings or potato salad in Munich beer halls.
A Bavarian beer garden spread made from Camembert, butter, paprika, and onions, typically eaten with pretzels and very tied to Munich drinking culture.
Legendary fine dining restaurant in Munich celebrated for refined cuisine, formal service, and long-standing culinary prestige.
Well-known traditional beer garden and restaurant popular for Bavarian fare, Augustiner beer, and a relaxed local setting.
Respected traditional inn famous for dumplings, roast dishes, and an authentic neighborhood Bavarian atmosphere.
Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Munich Hbf -> Marienplatz, Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Göttingen to Munich trains use the Göttingen to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Göttingen, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kartoffelhaus, Zum Szültenbürger
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Ticket office support is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen, ZOB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Hannover, Hotel Central, Romantik Hotel Gebhards.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
München, Hbf Nord is 1 km from Munich city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
München, Hbf Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at München, Hbf Nord.
ATMs are available at München, Hbf Nord.
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Hbf Nord.
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