- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$114
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$173
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
617 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Paris will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
It's difficult to get from Göttingen to Paris without transferring at least once.
ICE 73+
TGV 9592
ICE 71 · ICE 9584
ICE 71 · ICE 9584
ICE 2557 · ICE 9590
ICE 2559+
TGV 9552
ICE 71 · ICE 9584
ICE 71 · ICE 9584
ICE 73+
TGV 9592
ICE 2559+
TGV 9552
ICE 2557 · ICE 9590Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, while a flight costs an average of $480.
Distance: 383 miles (617 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$171 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $480 Average price | $177 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg 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 Paris:
A bus is $96 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Göttingen to Paris costing on average $171.
A bus is $405 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Göttingen to Paris costing on average $480.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 58m.
Bus takes on average 12h 17m.
The journey is about 2h 15m faster (5h 58m by train vs 8h 13m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($171 vs $177). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Paris trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 577 · ICE 9572 | Delayed 9:38 AM 11:27 AMGöttingen station | 6h49 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 797 · ICE 597+ TGV 9580+ ICE 9572 | Delayed 9:57 AM 11:53 AMGöttingen station | 6h23 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
ECE 75+ TGV 9570 | On time 4:27 PM Göttingen station | 5h46 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 377 · ICE 9550 | On time 4:52 PM Göttingen station | 6h00 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
ICE 71 · ICE 9584 | On time 8:28 AM Göttingen station | 5h39 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 71 · ICE 9584 | On time 8:28 AM Göttingen station | 5h39 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2557 · ICE 9590 | On time 8:52 AM Göttingen station | 5h59 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Göttingen to Paris run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 but you can travel from only $34 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 383 miles (617 km) distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 383 miles (617 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Paris Gare du Nord -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Göttingen to Paris trains use the Göttingen to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Paris 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
Free.
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.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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