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Forum Wissen
University museum center presenting academic collections, science, and research in a modern, accessible format.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanau to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanau to Göttingen will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hanau for Göttingen on Sat, Jun 20, 1 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 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanau to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanau to Göttingen:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanau to Göttingen costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Göttingen take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 30m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 2h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $41 (€33) 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Hanau to Göttingen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Hanau | 1h33 | 3:03 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Hanau | 1h33 | 5:03 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Hanau | 1h33 | 7:03 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Hanau | 1h33 | 9:03 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 7:34 AM Hanau | 2h20 | 9:54 AM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Hanau to Göttingen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:32, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 1:32 AM |
Last train 10:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Göttingen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Göttingen trip today.
University museum center presenting academic collections, science, and research in a modern, accessible format.
City museum on Göttingen’s history, science, trade, and everyday life, housed in a historic building near the old town.
Contemporary art venue known for changing exhibitions, often highlighting photography and international visual art.
The heart of the old town, framed by the old town hall and Gänseliesel fountain, ideal for first-time visitors.
Compact historic center with half-timbered houses, churches, university history, and an easy walking atmosphere.
Elegant square linked to the university and surrounded by notable buildings, popular for architecture and local city life.
A Lower Saxony winter classic of hearty kale cooked slowly and served with regional sausage. It is one of the most traditional dishes in the wider Göttingen area.
White asparagus is celebrated across Lower Saxony in spring. In Göttingen, it is commonly served with potatoes, ham, or hollandaise and is a seasonal local favorite.
Roast heathland lamb from Lower Saxony, valued for its distinctive flavor and regional heritage. It reflects the cuisine of the broader state around Göttingen.
A well-known longstanding restaurant in Göttingen with a strong local reputation. While Indian rather than regional, it is an established dining choice with dependable quality.
A long-running Göttingen venue with a cultural atmosphere, known for solid regional and German dishes alongside drinks. Casual and well established in the city center.
A popular casual restaurant centered on potato-based German comfort food. Good for trying hearty regional-style dishes in an unfussy setting.
Moderate by German standards. Student demand keeps budget eats easy to find, while hotels and nicer dining cost more.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis and café bills; tipping is appreciated, not mandatory.
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Göttingen Hauptbahnhof, Göttingen -> Göttingen Marktplatz, Göttingen
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