The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
73
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 73 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Göttingen on Wed, Jul 15, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
ICE 2749:15 PM1h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:03 PMGöttingen station€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 127211:35 PM3h08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2:43 AMGöttingen station€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 521 · ICE 6865:38 AM3h16Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:54 AMGöttingen station€71One-way1 transfer
ICE 827 · ICE 8884:38 AM3h16Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:54 AMGöttingen station€71One-way1 transfer
ICE 785:23 AM3h08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:31 AMGöttingen station€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 2749:15 PM1h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:03 PMGöttingen station€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 3721:15 PM1h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3:03 PMGöttingen station€361One-way0 transfers
ICE 37411:15 AM1h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:03 PMGöttingen station€361One-way0 transfers
ICE 3703:15 PM1h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:03 PMGöttingen station€361One-way0 transfers
ICE 2767:15 PM1h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf9:03 PMGöttingen station€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 181 km
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€49 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S9 · ECE 8 | On time 9:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 12:31 PM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4508 · ICE 882 | On time 9:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h30 | 11:54 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 8 | Delayed 7:49 AM 9:47 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h44 | 12:31 PM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 25 · 4510 · ICE 692 | On time 10:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h01 | 1:03 PM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 692 | On time 10:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h48 | 1:03 PM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 121 · ICE 772 | Delayed 8:38 AM 10:15 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 1:31 PM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4510 · ICE 692 | On time 10:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h39 | 1:03 PM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621 · ICE 880 | On time 10:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 1:54 PM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 772 | On time 10:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 1:31 PM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 74 | On time 11:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 2:31 PM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4512 · ICE 880 | On time 11:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h30 | 1:54 PM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 74 | On time 11:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 2:31 PM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · 4166 · 24038 | 8:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h56 | 12:41 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 2512 | On time 8:46 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 11:31 PM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4166 · 24038 | 9:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h21 | 12:41 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1272 | On time 11:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h00 | 2:43 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
ICE 1272 | 12:04 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h39 | 2:43 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60409 · 3672 | 12:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 5h57 | 6:25 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
15370 · ICE 676+ 24736 | 12:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h30 | 7:03 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 2509 | On time 4:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h16 | 7:31 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827 · ICE 888 | Delayed 4:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 6:11 AM 6:11 AMGöttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2509 | On time 4:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h50 | 7:31 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4500 · ICE 888+ 15161 | 5:08 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h46 | 7:54 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
4150 · ICE 888 | Delayed 5:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h34 | 6:11 AM 6:11 AMGöttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 78 | 5:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h08 | 8:31 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 521 · ICE 686 | Delayed 5:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h16 | 7:11 AM 7:11 AMGöttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 78 | 5:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 8:31 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · 4502 · ICE 696 | On time 6:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h03 | 9:03 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 696 | On time 6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h48 | 9:03 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
29501 · ICE 776 | 6:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h09 | 9:31 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4502 · ICE 696 | On time 6:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h39 | 9:03 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523 · ICE 886 | 6:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 9:54 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 776 | 6:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 9:31 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4504 · ICE 886+ 24605 | 7:07 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h47 | 9:54 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
29503 · ICE 76 | 7:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h09 | 10:31 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4504 · ICE 886 | 7:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h30 | 9:54 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4504 · ICE 886 | 7:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h30 | 9:54 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 525 · ICE 684 | Delayed 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 9:11 AM 9:11 AMGöttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 76 | 7:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 10:31 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 76 | 7:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h44 | 10:31 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 23 · 4506 · ICE 694 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h01 | 11:03 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 694 | On time 8:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h48 | 11:03 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
4295 · ICE 2374 | 8:22 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h54 | 11:16 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
4506 · ICE 694 | On time 8:24 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h39 | 11:03 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 527 · ICE 882 | On time 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h13 | 11:54 AM Göttingen station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2374 | 8:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 11:16 AM Göttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Göttingen from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen
Most Frankfurt am Main to Göttingen trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Göttingen station pair, with some services arriving at Göttingen, ZOB. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Göttingen leave from?
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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 and drink
Food options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Which Göttingen station do trains from Frankfurt am Main arrive at?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen 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 and drink
Food options include: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Getting to Göttingen, ZOB from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen, ZOB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Kartoffelhaus, Zum Szültenbürger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen, ZOB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen, ZOB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Hannover, Hotel Central, Romantik Hotel Gebhards.
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