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Compare train and bus for Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €68.
Distance: 199 miles (321 km)
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€68 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen
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Trains from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€68) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 199 miles (321 km) distance in 3h 44m.
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 $49 (€40)
Distance 199 miles (321 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€68) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 44m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 17:16 |
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 $49 (€40)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leinfelden-Echterdingen and Göttingen from $49 (€40). 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 44m
Cheapest Price
$82 (€67)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
2 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
FAQs: Trains from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen 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 Göttingen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen is not feasible due to the travel time of 3h 44m. However, trains run 2 times per day. The distance is 199 miles (321 km).
Two to three days are generally enough to explore Göttingen, allowing time to visit its historic university, charming old town, and local museums.
The train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen takes 3h 44m and runs 2 per day.
The train journey from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen offers scenic views of the picturesque Swabian Alps, rolling countryside, and charming German villages, providing a pleasant and visually appealing travel experience.
The distance by train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen is 199 miles (321 km).
The last train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen leaves at 5:16 PM.
The train station in Leinfelden-Echterdingen that goes to Göttingen is Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe, which connects to Göttingen station.
Train ticket prices from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $83 (€68), while the average price is around $83 (€68).
There is no direct train service currently available from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen.
The cheapest way to get from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen is by bus, with a cost of around $49 (€40).
The first train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen leaves at 12:35 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen
Leinfelden-Echterdingen
Göttingen
The major train station for departures in Leinfelden-Echterdingen is Echterdingen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Echterdingen for your trip from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Göttingen.
Echterdingen
Amenities at train station
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Dining
- Schwedenscheuer
- La Conchiglia
- Subway
- Thang Long
Hotel
- Filderland
- Sonne Hotel Garni
- Ibis-Hotel Stuttgart Airport Messe
- Filderhof
Leinfelden
Amenities at train station
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Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Leonardo Da Vinci
- Taverna Sigma
- Atlas Döner
- Gio's Pizza
Hotel
- Hotel Drei Morgen
- Hotel am Park
The major train station for arrivals in Göttingen is Göttingen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Göttingen for your journey to Göttingen from Leinfelden-Echterdingen.
Amenities at train station
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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
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