How to travel from Bonn to Göttingen

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Compare bus and train for Bonn to Göttingen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 185 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 185, while a train costs an average of DKK 780.

Distance: 134 miles (217 km)

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DKK 780

Average price

DKK 185

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Cheapest

DKK 342

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 49m

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30m

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6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

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30m

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3h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Compare ways to travel from Bonn to Göttingen

Compare the available ways to get from Bonn to Göttingen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bonn to Göttingen is a bus with an average price of DKK 185.

This is compared to other travel options from Bonn to Göttingen:

A bus is DKK 595 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bonn to Göttingen costing on average DKK 780.

The fastest way to travel from Bonn to Göttingen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Göttingen take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bonn and Göttingen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bonn to Göttingen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around DKK 780 compared to roughly DKK 342 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -DKK 437. The journey takes 3h 49m versus 3h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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How to get from Bonn to Göttingen by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bonn to Göttingen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Bonn to Göttingen

Travel to Göttingen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bonn to Göttingen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bonn and Göttingen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bonn to Göttingen is a bus with an average price of DKK 185.

This is compared to other travel options from Bonn to Göttingen:

A bus is DKK 595 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bonn to Göttingen costing on average DKK 780.

The fastest way to travel from Bonn to Göttingen is by train with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Göttingen take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 16m.

The distance from Bonn to Göttingen is approximately 134 miles (217 km).
The average frequency per day from Bonn to Göttingen is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bonn and Göttingen as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bonn to Göttingen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bonn Hbf and arrive in Göttingen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bonn, Museumsmeile and arrive in Göttingen, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bonn to Göttingen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Göttingen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH to go to Göttingen by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bonn to Göttingen:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bonn to Göttingen often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Hanover. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Göttingen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Göttingen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are generally enough to explore Göttingen, allowing time to visit its historic university, charming old town, and local museums.

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