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Trip Summary
17 trains operate daily from Göttingen to Bielefeld. The train trip from Göttingen to Bielefeld is usually about 2 hours and 42 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 43 minutes.
Distance | 68 mi (110 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 43m |
Lowest price | €37.12 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Göttingen to Bielefeld?
There are 4 train lines with service from Göttingen to Bielefeld. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 3 | 2h 44m | €37.84 |
DB Intercity-Express | 12 | 3h 10m | €53.63 |
Deutsche Bahn | 11 | 2h 30m | €57.47 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 7 | 2h 49m | €46.36 |
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 Göttingen to Bielefeld start from €37, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bielefeld. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Göttingen leaves from Train Station . And in Bielefeld trains arrive at Brake(b Bielefeld) and 4 other train stations.
From Göttingen to Bielefeld train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bielefeld faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 43 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Göttingen to Bielefeld on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Göttingen at 08:00 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 17 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 Bielefeld 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.
Bielefeld
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Although meme conspiracy theories suggest this city does not exist, Bielefeld is a real city that, in fact, has existed since 1214! Bielefeld is located close to the Teutoburg Forest, so lace up your hiking boots for some seriously scenic walks and hikes. History-lovers might get more of a thrill at the Sparrenburg Castle, a fortress dating to the 13th century and mainly sporting 16th-century architecture. Also visit the Altstädter Nicolaikirche, the oldest church in the city, overlooking Alter Markt. This central square offers many cafés with outdoor seating and is the site of Bielefeld's Christmas market each December.
If you're a football fan, plan to see the Bundesliga team DSC Arminia Bielefeld play at the SchücoArena stadium. Luckily this and many other spots in the city are connected via the Stadtbahn light rail system.
To reach destinations beyond city limits, Deutsche Bahn trains are your best bet for efficient, comfortable travel throughout Germany. Most trains arrive at Am Bahnhof 1 station, and intercity buses also operate through this central station. You can catch a bus in Bielefeld headed to nearby Münster, Hanover, Dortmund, and more.
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 Bielefeld?
Main arrival station: Sennestadt
There are more train stations and stops in Bielefeld than most cities. Most trains from Göttingen will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Bielefeld:
Train stations in Bielefeld:
Sennestadt
Bielefeld-Senne
Windelsbleiche
Brake(b Bielefeld)
Quelle
Ubbedissen
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