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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Göttingen
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
226 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Göttingen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Göttingen will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 8 trains that leave Hamburg for Göttingen on Wed, Jul 15, 8 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 226 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
6:29 AM1h56Hamburg8:25 AMGöttingen€161One-way0 transfers- 7:29 AM1h56Hamburg9:25 AMGöttingen€321One-way0 transfers
- 7:13 AM1h46Hamburg8:59 AMGöttingen€401One-way0 transfers
- 5:29 AM1h57Hamburg7:26 AMGöttingen€501One-way0 transfers
- 8:13 AM1h46Hamburg9:59 AMGöttingen€571One-way0 transfers
- 5:13 PM1h46Hamburg6:59 PMGöttingen€711One-way0 transfers
- 8:13 AM1h46Hamburg9:59 AMGöttingen€571One-way0 transfers
- 7:13 AM1h46Hamburg8:59 AMGöttingen€401One-way0 transfers
- 7:29 AM1h56Hamburg9:25 AMGöttingen€321One-way0 transfers
- 6:29 AM1h56Hamburg8:25 AMGöttingen€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hamburg to Göttingen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Göttingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 €15, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 226 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€57 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Göttingen train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1081 | Delayed 10:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2h40 | 11:41 PM 11:41 PMGöttingen station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1081 · 82841 · IC 60471 | On time 10:28 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3h02 | 1:30 AM Göttingen station | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
| 5:29 AM Hamburg | 1h57 | 7:26 AM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:29 AM Hamburg | 1h56 | 8:25 AM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:13 AM Hamburg | 1h46 | 8:59 AM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:29 AM Hamburg | 1h56 | 9:25 AM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:13 AM Hamburg | 1h46 | 9:59 AM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:01 PM Hamburg | 1h58 | 5:59 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:29 PM Hamburg | 1h56 | 6:25 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:13 PM Hamburg | 1h46 | 6:59 PM Göttingen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Göttingen
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Trains from Hamburg to Göttingen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, ÖBB | Nightjet from Hamburg to Göttingen trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Hamburg and Göttingen from €15. 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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
metronom
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Göttingen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Göttingen
Most Hamburg to Göttingen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Göttingen station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Göttingen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Göttingen leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Which Göttingen station do trains from Hamburg 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.
Most popular train connections from Hamburg
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