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Trip Summary
49 trains operate daily from Oberhausen to Gotha. The train trip from Oberhausen to Gotha is usually about 6 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 171 mi (275 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | €31.68 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Oberhausen to Gotha?
There are 3 train lines with service from Oberhausen to Gotha. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 37 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 4 | 4h 49m | €81.50 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 37 | 5h 37m | €72.99 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 10 | 6h 38m | €60.97 |
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 Oberhausen to Gotha start from €32, and on average cost . Daily there are 10 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gotha. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Oberhausen leaves from Oberhausen-Holten and 2 other stations. And in Gotha trains arrive at Gotha Ost and one other train station.
From Oberhausen to Gotha train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 6 hours and 38 minutes. If you are looking to get to Gotha faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Oberhausen and Gotha is approximately 171 miles, or 275 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, 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.
Trains departing from Oberhausen to Gotha tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Oberhausen at 01:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. 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 49 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Oberhausen?
Main departure station: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Oberhausen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Oberhausen:
Train Station
Oberhausen-Holten
Oberhausen-Sterkrade
Bottrop-Vonderort
Where is the train station in Gotha?
Main arrival station: Gotha Ost
Gotha receives travelers from Oberhausen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Gotha:
Gotha Ost
Train Station
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