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Trip Summary
There are 31 daily trains from Göttingen to Willich. Traveling by train from Göttingen to Willich usually takes around 4 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest DB Intercity-Express train can make the trip in 3 hours and 54 minutes.
Distance | 147 mi (236 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 54m |
Lowest price | $47.36 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Göttingen to Willich?
There are 3 train lines with service from Göttingen to Willich. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 20 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 5 | 3h 58m | $91.69 |
Deutsche Bahn | 20 | 4h 25m | $90.28 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 4h 29m | $80.64 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Göttingen to Willich start from $47, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Willich. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Göttingen leaves from Train Station . And in Willich trains arrive at Anrath .
From Göttingen to Willich train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 29 minutes. If you are looking to get to Willich faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 54 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Göttingen and Willich is approximately 147 miles, or 236 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 21 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Göttingen to Willich are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Göttingen at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 31 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Willich to Göttingen.
City Information
Göttingen
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Link to image attributionGöttingen is a city in central Germany, and its highlight is the University of Göttingen, founded in 1737. The university was once the most-visited university in Europe. Its grand splendor is still visible today, especially in the Göttingen State and University Library and its Old Botanical Garden.
The city center of Göttingen is another lovely spot to stroll around, with its many picturesque buildings and charming cobblestone streets. To explore the history and cultural significance of the city, check out the Göttingen City Museum. Make sure to stop in the marketplace in front of the Old Town Hall, too. In the corner of the square, you'll find Vierkirchenblick, a metal plate in the ground from which you can see the four most important churches in Göttingen.
Although Göttingen is relatively far from any of Germany's most significant cities, robust transportation still makes traveling there a breeze. Frequent Deutsche Bahn trains connect the city to Hamburg, Munich, Cologne, Antwerp, and more. Intercity buses operated by FlixBus and Sindbad offer additional ground travel at very affordable prices.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Göttingen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Göttingen.
All train stations in Göttingen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Willich?
Main arrival station: Anrath
Willich has one train station.
Train stations in Willich:
Anrath
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