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Trip Summary
There are 26 daily trains from Paderborn to Göttingen. Traveling by train from Paderborn to Göttingen usually takes around 2 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in one hour and 47 minutes.
| Distance | 51 mi (82 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 47m |
| Lowest price | €29.62 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Paderborn to Göttingen?
There are 5 train lines with service from Paderborn to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 23 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 1h 52m | €29.62 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 3 | 2h 22m | €42.43 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 23 | 2h 27m | €44.48 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 13 | 2h 34m | €42.59 |
| National Express | 1 | 2h 1m | €29.62 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
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 Paderborn to Göttingen start from €30, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Paderborn leaves from Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus and 4 other stations. And in Göttingen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Paderborn to Göttingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 34 minutes. If you are looking to get to Göttingen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 47 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Paderborn to Göttingen tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Paderborn at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 26 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to Göttingen. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Göttingen to Paderborn.
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 Paderborn?
Main departure station: Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Paderborn where you can board the train.
All train stations in Paderborn:
Paderborn-Schloss Neuhaus
Sennelager
Paderborn Central Station
Paderborn Nord
Paderborn Kasseler Tor
Where is the train station in Göttingen?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Train Station
Göttingen has one train station.
Train stations in Göttingen:
Train Station
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