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Trip Summary
There are 10 daily trains from Purmerend to Göttingen. Traveling by train from Purmerend to Göttingen usually takes around 7 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 5 hours and 43 minutes.
Distance | 221 mi (356 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 43m |
Lowest price | €52.19 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Purmerend to Göttingen?
2 train services operate from Purmerend to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 5 | 7h 30m | €89.29 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 7h 41m | €87.20 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Purmerend to Göttingen start from €52, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Göttingen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Purmerend leaves from Purmerend Weidevenne . And in Göttingen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Purmerend to Göttingen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 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 5 hours and 43 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 5 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Göttingen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Purmerend and Göttingen is approximately 221 miles, or 356 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 35 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 43 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.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Purmerend to Göttingen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Purmerend at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 10 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 Göttingen to Purmerend.
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 Purmerend?
Main departure station: Purmerend Weidevenne
There is one train station in Purmerend.
All train stations in Purmerend:
Purmerend Weidevenne
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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