What is the cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Göttingen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €12 - €22 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Göttingen to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Göttingen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Göttingen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Göttingen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Göttingen central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Göttingen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Göttingen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Göttingen and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Göttingen to Cologne?

The distance between Göttingen and Cologne is 414 km. The road distance is 272.7 km.

How do I travel from Göttingen to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Göttingen to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 37m and costs €70 - €340.

How long does it take to get from Göttingen to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Göttingen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Göttingen to Cologne bus from?

Göttingen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Göttingen central bus station.

Where do I catch the Göttingen to Cologne train from?

Göttingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Göttingen station.

Train or bus from Göttingen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Göttingen to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 37m and costs €70 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Göttingen to Cologne bus arrive?

Göttingen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Göttingen to Cologne train arrive?

Göttingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Göttingen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Göttingen to Cologne is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Göttingen to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Göttingen to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Göttingen to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Göttingen and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Göttingen to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Göttingen to Frankfurttrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3h 37m
€73–336
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Göttingen to Colognerideshare 272.7 km
3h 14m
€12–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Göttingen central bus station to Leverkusenbus 264
5h 26m
€25–45
Train
1. Take the train from Göttingen to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Köln Hbftrain 51
4h 51m
€68–295
Train #2
1. Take the train from Göttingen to Paderborn, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Kamentrain Re
3. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
5h 20m
Drive 272.7 km
1. Drive from Göttingen to Colognecar 272.7 km
2h 58m
€39–56

Göttingen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 414.2 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Göttingen, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Göttingen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Göttingen central bus station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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