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Trip Summary
You can pick from 32 daily train trips between Ulm and Göttingen. The average train journey from Ulm to Göttingen takes 5 hours and 39 minutes, but some DB Intercity-Express train trips are as short as 4 hours and 37 minutes.
Distance | 217 mi (349 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 37m |
Lowest price | €27.91 |
Trains per day | 6 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Ulm to Göttingen?
There are 4 train lines with service from Ulm to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 18 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity-Express | 6 | 5h 12m | €72.78 |
Deutsche Bahn | 14 | 5h 48m | €69.05 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 18 | 5h 41m | €72.38 |
Non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 7h 32m | €33.92 |
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 Ulm to Göttingen start from €34, and on average cost . Daily there are 18 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Ulm leaves from Ulm-Söflingen and 3 other stations. And in Göttingen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Ulm to Göttingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 41 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 4 hours and 37 minutes.
Non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Ulm to Göttingen start from €34, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Non-federally owned railway company schedules to Göttingen. Non-federally owned railway company in Ulm leaves from Ulm-Söflingen and one other station. And in Göttingen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Ulm to Göttingen train travel on Non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Göttingen faster, Non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 37 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Ulm and Göttingen is approximately 217 miles, or 349 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 37 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Ulm to Göttingen on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Ulm at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 32 scheduled trains on most days. 6 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 Ulm.
City Information
Ulm
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Ulm boasts a rich history dating back to the 9th century, making it one of the best cities to explore Germany’s past. Its most notable landmark is Ulm Minster, a Gothic church with the tallest steeple in the world. From the church, amble south into the Fischerviertel, a quarter blessed with cobblestone streets, picturesque footbridges, and charming cafes.
Ulm is the birthplace of the world-famous scientist Albert Einstein, and the site of his former home now preserves his legacy with the Albert Einstein Memorial. The sculptural memorial is a bit abstract, so you could also cross to the other side of the city to see Einstein Brunnen. This bizarre fountain has a sculpture of Einstein's head sticking out of it, with his tongue sticking out of his mouth.
You don't need to be an Einstein to figure out how to get to Ulm. Numerous bus companies provide routes to Ulm from cities like Berlin, Frankfurt, Krakow, and Paris. The German train network, Deutsche Bahn, also connects Ulm to various destinations by rail.
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 Ulm?
Main departure station: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Ulm where you can board the train.
All train stations in Ulm:
Train Station
Ulm-Donautal
Ulm-Söflingen
Ulm Ost
Where is the train station in Göttingen?
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Göttingen has one train station.
Train stations in Göttingen:
Train Station
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